nhiếp chính

[ɲiəp̚˧˦ t͡ɕïŋ˧˦]

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(verb) to act as regent

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 ↗

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(noun) camerlengo (cardinal who administers the Church in the interregnum between Popes)

Common questions

What does “nhiếp chính” mean?

(verb) to act as regent

Is “nhiếp chính” formal or informal?

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