nể nang

[ne˧˩ naːŋ˧˧]

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

Meaning · English

(adjective) deferential, deferent

Adjective

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

Examples

Thứ định viết cho Đích một bức thư. Y sẽ thẳng băng chẳng cần nể nang gì.Thứ intended to write Đích a letter. He would tell that guy straight, no deference.

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 “nể nang” mean?

(adjective) deferential, deferent

Is “nể nang” formal or informal?

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