phét lác
[fɛt̚˧˦ laːk̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to tell tall tales to brag or to joke
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
- Cậu chỉ được cái phét lác! Chuyện ấy tớ nghe từ tám hoánh rồi, trẻ con nó cũng thuộc chứ quê cậu hồi nào? Mốc xì!"You're only good at telling tall tales! I've been hearing that one since forever, even the kids know it by heart by now; when did it happen back at your home? Bull!"
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “phét lác” mean?
(verb) to tell tall tales to brag or to joke
Is “phét lác” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.