phiền
[fiən˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) bothersome; annoying
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Phiền quá đi!Such a nuisance!
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
(adjective) very concerned
Examples
buồn phiềnto concern and worry
phiền lòngto worry a lot
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to bother; to annoy; to cause unnecessary concern
Common questions
What does “phiền” mean?
(adjective) bothersome; annoying
Is “phiền” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.