Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

lăm le

[lam˧˧ lɛ˧˧] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adverb) ready to; geared up to do something when the chances come

Adverb⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Miền Nam · Southern Vietnam • Wiktionary labels this sense “Southern”

lăm le định đánh người cướp củato readily plan to beat someone and rob them of anything.

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Common questions

What does “lăm le” mean?

(adverb) ready to; geared up to do something when the chances come

Is “lăm le” formal or informal?

lăm le is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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