ngạch
[ŋajk̟̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) threshold, doorstep
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
[…] từ cây cột cái tới ngạch cửa, từ những cánh cửa tới mấy cái bậc tam cấp lối vào…[…] from the main pillars to the thresholds under the doors, from the doors to the steps at the entrance…
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 “ngạch” mean?
(noun) threshold, doorstep
Is “ngạch” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.