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lộ tẩy

[lo˧˨ʔ təj˧˩] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to be exposed

Verb⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

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

làm lộ tẩy kế hoạchto leak a secret plan

lộ tẩy bộ mặt thật(of one's true colour) to be exposed

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Common questions

What does “lộ tẩy” mean?

(verb) to be exposed

Is “lộ tẩy” formal or informal?

lộ tẩy is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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