mực tàu

[mɨk̚˧˨ʔ taw˨˩]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) China ink; India ink

Noun

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

Examples

Ông ấy dùng mực tàu để viết thư pháp.He uses traditional Chinese ink for calligraphy.

Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)

Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “mực tàu” mean?

(noun) China ink; India ink

Is “mực tàu” formal or informal?

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