lộ tẩy
[lo˧˨ʔ təj˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to be exposed
VerbConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
làm lộ tẩy kế hoạchto leak a secret plan
lộ tẩy bộ mặt thật(of one's true colour) to be exposed
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 “lộ tẩy” mean?
(verb) to be exposed
Is “lộ tẩy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.