phàm ăn
[faːm˨˩ ʔan˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) gluttonous; greedy for food; eating excessively or without manners
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Hắn vốn tính phàm ăn, thấy gì cũng muốn nếm thử.He is naturally gluttonous; he wants to taste everything he sees.
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 “phàm ăn” mean?
(adjective) gluttonous; greedy for food; eating excessively or without manners
Is “phàm ăn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.