nhởn nhơ
[ɲəːn˧˩ ɲəː˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adverb) be let roam free
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
tội phạm nhởn nhơ bất chấp pháp luậtcriminals roaming free in spite of the law
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adverb) carefreely
Examples
Sắp thi mà nó nhởn nhơ chơi bời như chẳng có gì.The exams are near yet he's still going as if nothing will ever stand in his way.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “nhởn nhơ” mean?
(adverb) be let roam free
Is “nhởn nhơ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.