ngồi tù

[ŋoj˨˩ tu˨˩]

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Meaning · English

(verb) to go to jail; to be imprisoned

VerbRegister: informal

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

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Common questions

What does “ngồi tù” mean?

(verb) to go to jail; to be imprisoned

Is “ngồi tù” formal or informal?

ngồi tù is generally informal.