mặc kệ
[mak̚˧˨ʔ ke˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to leave alone; to let alone
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to not pay attention to; to ignore
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “mặc kệ” mean?
(verb) to leave alone; to let alone
Is “mặc kệ” formal or informal?
mặc kệ is generally informal.