phao tay
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: phao đeo tay
Meaning · English
armbands
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nhớ đeo phao tay trước khi xuống nước.Remember to put on your armbands before getting in the water.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: “Phao tay” is the usual everyday term; “phao đeo tay” is also understandable. Contributed enriched phrasebook data (owner-supplied, July 2026); review pending.
Common questions
What does “phao tay” mean?
armbands
Is “phao tay” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.