luống cuống
[luəŋ˧˦ kuəŋ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adverb) clumsy due to loss of cool or self-control
Adverb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
[…] y trong lòng đã sợ sệt, chân tay càng luống cuống.[…] due to his fear, the movement of his limbs went even more out of his control.
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 “luống cuống” mean?
(adverb) clumsy due to loss of cool or self-control
Is “luống cuống” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.