mảnh khảnh

[majŋ̟˧˩ xajŋ̟˧˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(adjective) thin; slim; slender

Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Cô gái mảnh khảnh đứng trên sân khấu hát rất hay.The slender girl standing on the stage sang beautifully.

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 “mảnh khảnh” mean?

(adjective) thin; slim; slender

Is “mảnh khảnh” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.