phải không
[faːj˧˩ xəwŋ͡m˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(particle) is that true or not?; yes?; no?
Particle
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Hôm qua không làm bài tập phải không ?You didn't do your homework yesterday, did you?
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 “phải không” mean?
(particle) is that true or not?; yes?; no?
Is “phải không” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.