ma cô
[maː˧˧ ko˧˧]
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) pimp, pander
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) treacherous; evil
Register: informal
Examples
Ả này ma cô lắm, toàn dùng thủ đoạn để lừa lọc người ta thôi à.The gal is so treacherous; she's always fooling people with many a trick.
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Common questions
What does “ma cô” mean?
(noun) pimp, pander
Is “ma cô” formal or informal?
ma cô is generally informal.