lai rai
[laːj˧˧ zaːj˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) bit by bit over a long time
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đánh lai rai với mấy ông Cách mạng địa phương hoài cũng vậy. Huề hết!Continuous low-intensity drawn-out fighting with the local revolutionaries is the same. All stalemate!
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 “lai rai” mean?
(adjective) bit by bit over a long time
Is “lai rai” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.