lỗ hổng
[lo˦ˀ˥ həwŋ͡m˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) a gap caused by a shortage of something and which needs to be filled
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Kiến thức của cô ta có nhiều lỗ hổng đáng kể.There are wide gaps in her knowledge.
Lỗ hổng an ninhSecurity hole
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 “lỗ hổng” mean?
(noun) a gap caused by a shortage of something and which needs to be filled
Is “lỗ hổng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.