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ngố tàu

[ŋo˧˦ taw˨˩] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adjective) seemingly airheaded

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

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Meaning · English

(adjective) unstylish; shabby and silly-looking

Đi ăn tiệc mà mặc đồ gì ngố tàu vậy.Man you shouldn't had dressed like some Chinese bumpkin at a party.

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What does “ngố tàu” mean?

(adjective) seemingly airheaded

Is “ngố tàu” formal or informal?

ngố tàu is generally informal.

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