máy tính
[maj˧˦ tïŋ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) calculator (electronic device that performs mathematical calculations)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Máy tính của em bị treo rồi.My computer has frozen.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: Usually means computer; in some contexts, it can mean calculator. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) computer (device)
Common questions
What does “máy tính” mean?
(noun) calculator (electronic device that performs mathematical calculations)
Is “máy tính” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.