kìm nén
[kim˨˩ nɛn˧˦]
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Meaning · English
(verb) to repress emotions, thoughts, needs, desires, etc. of oneself
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
kiềm chế cảm xúc, suy nghĩ, nhu cầu, mong muốn, v.v. của bản thân
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Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “kìm nén” mean?
(verb) to repress emotions, thoughts, needs, desires, etc. of oneself
Is “kìm nén” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.