nhờ vả
[ɲəː˨˩ vaː˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to ask someone for a favor; to ask someone to give a hand
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Khó khăn phải nhờ vả bạn bèIn need for the support from one's friends.
Không muốn nhờ vả người khácNo bother for others' help.
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 “nhờ vả” mean?
(verb) to ask someone for a favor; to ask someone to give a hand
Is “nhờ vả” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.