kìm kẹp
[kim˨˩ kɛp̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) oppressive
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Cái "Việt Nam hoá" của nó tuy thâm độc thật, kìm kẹp gắt gao thật, nhưng bà con đâu đã đến nỗi nào.Although their "Vietnamization" is really wicked, really harshly oppressive, the people don't yet have it that bad.
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 “kìm kẹp” mean?
(adjective) oppressive
Is “kìm kẹp” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.