lề đường

[le˨˩ ʔɗɨəŋ˨˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(noun) side of the road; sidewalk

Noun

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Anh ấy đỗ xe sát lề đường.He parked right by the roadside.

Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)

Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: This means the roadside edge or shoulder, not specifically a raised kerb. [contributed-collins-enriched]

Common questions

What does “lề đường” mean?

(noun) side of the road; sidewalk

Is “lề đường” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.