phản biện
[faːn˧˩ ʔɓiən˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to critically assess, especially in peer reviews
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
người phản biện bài báothe referee of a paper
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to counterargue, to refute an idea
Common questions
What does “phản biện” mean?
(verb) to critically assess, especially in peer reviews
Is “phản biện” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.