ô dù
[ʔo˧˧ zu˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) all kinds of umbrellas
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) prone to defending or shielding your allies from scrutiny or criticism
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Examples
Cần tránh tật bè phái, ô dù.One needs not form cliques or have too much group identity.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “ô dù” mean?
(noun) all kinds of umbrellas
Is “ô dù” formal or informal?
ô dù is generally informal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.