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.