lỏng
[lawŋ͡m˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) generically loose, lax or slack, or specifically liquid, especially wanting in tautness or firmness; compare rộng (“loose”, not snug enough)
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
dây dày lỏngloose shoelaces
Đừng thắt chặt quá, để lỏng chút.Don't tie it that tightly, keep it a little loose.
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 “lỏng” mean?
(adjective) generically loose, lax or slack, or specifically liquid, especially wanting in tautness or firmness; compare rộng (“loose”, not snug enough)
Is “lỏng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.