ngõi
[ŋɔj˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to expect; pursue; to long and desire
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
chẳng ngõinot bother
Hết cả các thứ rồi còn ngõi gì nữa.Everything is finished, what more do you expect?
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 “ngõi” mean?
(verb) to expect; pursue; to long and desire
Is “ngõi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.