kiêu ngoa
[kiəw˧˧ ŋwaː˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) deceitful
AdjectiveRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
媄𤴪吏性強溪乞
㛪象添窒墨澆訛The stepmother grew ever more harsh,
And Tượng became extremely deceitful.
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “kiêu ngoa” mean?
(adjective) deceitful
Is “kiêu ngoa” formal or informal?
kiêu ngoa is generally formal.