mực ma

[mɨk̚˧˨ʔ maː˧˧]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) purpleback flying squid (Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis)

Noun

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

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “mực ma” mean?

(noun) purpleback flying squid (Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis)

Is “mực ma” formal or informal?

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