nét ngài

[nɛt̚˧˦ ŋaːj˨˩]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) silkworm-shaped eyebrows; (figurative) perfectly shaped eyebrows

Noun

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

Examples

雲󰏙莊重恪潙 囷𦝄苔惮󰞺𧍋𦬑囊Vân’s beauty was very remarkable. Her eyebrows – full crescent arcs, her moonlit face – oval.

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 “nét ngài” mean?

(noun) silkworm-shaped eyebrows; (figurative) perfectly shaped eyebrows

Is “nét ngài” formal or informal?

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