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.