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.