liếm láp
[liəm˧˦ laːp̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to lick thoroughly
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Mèo mẹ liếm láp bầy con.Mother cat grooms her children by licking them clean.
liếm láp vết thươngto lick one's wounds
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 “liếm láp” mean?
(verb) to lick thoroughly
Is “liếm láp” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.