ngủ chay

[ŋu˧˩ t͡ɕaj˧˧]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(verb) to purely sleep, without anything else happening (i.e. sex) on the bed

Verb

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

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “ngủ chay” mean?

(verb) to purely sleep, without anything else happening (i.e. sex) on the bed

Is “ngủ chay” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.