lí do
[li˧˦ zɔ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) a reason (that which causes: a cause)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
lí do tại saothe reason why
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) an excuse (explanation designed to avoid or alleviate guilt or negative judgement)
Examples
viện lí do/cớto use an excuse
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “lí do” mean?
(noun) a reason (that which causes: a cause)
Is “lí do” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.