nhanh nhảu
[ɲajŋ̟˧˧ ɲaw˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) quick and agile
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) prompt, quick to
Examples
Nhanh nhảu lên tiếng chê bai là giỏi, đến lúc được kêu nêu biện pháp giải quyết thiết thực thì bọn ấy chỉ có nín tịt.Although they are quick to complain about these problems, they are slow to provide practical solutions to solve them.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adjective) be hurried
Common questions
What does “nhanh nhảu” mean?
(adjective) quick and agile
Is “nhanh nhảu” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.