nghi kị
[ŋi˧˧ ki˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to be suspicious (especially for jealous reasons)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) suspicious
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adverb) suspiciously
Common questions
What does “nghi kị” mean?
(verb) to be suspicious (especially for jealous reasons)
Is “nghi kị” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.