lâu đời
[ləw˧˧ ʔɗəːj˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) age-old; longstanding; ancient
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tôi sống độc lập từ thuở bé. Ấy là tục lệ lâu đời trong họ nhà dế chúng tôi.I have lived an independent life since early childhood. Such is the long-standing custom among us crickets.
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 “lâu đời” mean?
(adjective) age-old; longstanding; ancient
Is “lâu đời” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.