ngạo mạn
[ŋaːw˧˨ʔ maːn˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) being overly arrogant while not showing respect to others, especially the elderly
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đã không ra gì lại còn ngạo mạn thì chả có ai ưa đâu.[As you are] overly arrogant and unhelpful, nobody will like you.
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “ngạo mạn” mean?
(adjective) being overly arrogant while not showing respect to others, especially the elderly
Is “ngạo mạn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.