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.