lủi thủi
[luj˧˩ tʰuj˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) walking, working or being alone; lonesome
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nhưng nếu để ba mẹ phải chịu cảnh suốt ngày lủi thủi ở nhà một mình, nhất là nếu bị bệnh nhưng không có người ở cạnh để chăm sóc kịp thời.But if you leave your parents alone at home all day long, especially if they fall sick and there is no one nearby to take care of them in time, […]
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “lủi thủi” mean?
(adjective) walking, working or being alone; lonesome
Is “lủi thủi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.