khua
[xuə˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to wave to and fro (often with a long item like a rod)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bà lão mù đang khua gậy dò đường.The blind old lady is waving her white cane to scan the way.
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to clack
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) inner rim, often of a nón quai thao, for reinforcing the hat on its wearer's head
Common questions
What does “khua” mean?
(verb) to wave to and fro (often with a long item like a rod)
Is “khua” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.