lặng thầm
[laŋ˧˨ʔ tʰəm˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) silent; mute; taciturn
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Lại lặng thầm trong suốt
Như suối khuất rì rào.Quiet and transparent once again
Like a soughing stream hidden [behind the bushes]
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 “lặng thầm” mean?
(adjective) silent; mute; taciturn
Is “lặng thầm” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.