như
[ɲɨ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(particle) like; as; comparable to; as though; as if
Particle
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
ngu như lợn(as) dumb as a pig
giống nhưidentical/comparable/similar to
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 “như” mean?
(particle) like; as; comparable to; as though; as if
Is “như” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.