khôn nguôi

[xon˧˧ ŋuəj˧˧]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(adjective) lingering, not fading

Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Nỗi nhớ nhà khôn nguôi kể từ khi tôi đi nhập ngũ.My homesickness lingered ever since I joined the ranks.

Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “khôn nguôi” mean?

(adjective) lingering, not fading

Is “khôn nguôi” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.