kiếu
[kiəw˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to refuse, to decline (an invitation, a request, etc.)
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đi một mình thì kiếu. Tụi bây tự đi mà làm.If I have to go by myself then no thanks. How about you guys go do it yourself?
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 “kiếu” mean?
(verb) to refuse, to decline (an invitation, a request, etc.)
Is “kiếu” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.