lân la
[lən˧˧ laː˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to gradually approach, often with curiosity
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đứa trẻ ngây ngô lân la về phía món đồ lạ, đặng tự mình khám phá.The innocent child slowly approached the unfamiliar item, so as to just take a crack at it herself.
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 “lân la” mean?
(verb) to gradually approach, often with curiosity
Is “lân la” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.