nhiêu khê
[ɲiəw˧˧ xe˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) troublesome
AdjectiveRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đường xưa dẫu nhiêu khê
Mong bước chân ai về...Although the path of those days was filled with hardship,
I'm still yearning for whoever would come back...
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “nhiêu khê” mean?
(adjective) troublesome
Is “nhiêu khê” formal or informal?
nhiêu khê is generally formal.