Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

liếm láp

[liəm˧˦ laːp̚˧˦] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to lick thoroughly

Verb

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

Mèo mẹ liếm láp bầy con.Mother cat grooms her children by licking them clean.

liếm láp vết thươngto lick one's wounds

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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.

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