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õng ẹo

[ʔawŋ͡m˦ˀ˥ ʔɛw˧˨ʔ] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adjective) girlish, dainty and fussy

Adjective⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Đàn ông đàn ang mà sao õng ẹo như đàn bà con gái vậy.You're clearly a man, so why are you acting all fussy and dainty like a girl?

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Common questions

What does “õng ẹo” mean?

(adjective) girlish, dainty and fussy

Is “õng ẹo” formal or informal?

õng ẹo is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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