nắn xương
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
bone-setting; manual manipulation
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Ông ấy đi nắn xương vì đau lưng.He went for bone-setting because his back hurt.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: This refers broadly to manual bone or joint manipulation, not specifically osteopathy. Contributed enriched phrasebook data (owner-supplied, July 2026); review pending.
Common questions
What does “nắn xương” mean?
bone-setting; manual manipulation
Is “nắn xương” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.