oai nghiêm
[ʔwaːj˧˧ ŋiəm˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) grave; solemn and dignified
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bức tượng Phật trông rất đỗi oai nghiêm, ai đi ngang qua cũng phải cúi đầu.The Buddha statue looks so utterly majestic that anyone who passes feels obliged to bow.
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 “oai nghiêm” mean?
(adjective) grave; solemn and dignified
Is “oai nghiêm” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.