lần lần
[lən˨˩ lən˨˩]
Preserved but no longer current.
Meaning · English
(adverb) archaic and poetic form of dần dần (“gradually”)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “lần lần” mean?
(adverb) archaic and poetic form of dần dần (“gradually”)
Is “lần lần” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.