không dám

[xəwŋ͡m˧˧ zaːm˧˦]

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

Also seen as: hổng dám

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(verb) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see không, dám.

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

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

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(interjection) you're welcome; not at all

Common questions

What does “không dám” mean?

(verb) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see không, dám.

Is “không dám” formal or informal?

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