phê bình
[fe˧˧ ʔɓïŋ˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to criticize
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
nhà phê bìnha critic
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Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) self-criticism
Examples
tự phê bìnhself-criticism (of oneself)
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “phê bình” mean?
(verb) to criticize
Is “phê bình” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.