ngỗ ngược
[ŋo˦ˀ˥ ŋɨək̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) insolent, defiant, disrespectful
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
ăn nói ngỗ ngượcto talk rudely
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 “ngỗ ngược” mean?
(adjective) insolent, defiant, disrespectful
Is “ngỗ ngược” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.