ngũ đoản
[ŋu˦ˀ˥ ʔɗwaːn˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) short in body and limbs
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Người phía sau thân hình ngũ đoản, đầu đội khăn lông, da mặt trắng trẻo,[…]The one behind was short in body and limbs, he wore a shawl, his complexion was fair, […]
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 “ngũ đoản” mean?
(adjective) short in body and limbs
Is “ngũ đoản” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.