phim chưởng
[fim˧˧ t͡ɕɨəŋ˧˩]
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Meaning · English
(noun) a wuxia TV show or film, especially one where the palming move, especially the magical "qi-manipulating" variety, is used a lot
NounRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “phim chưởng” mean?
(noun) a wuxia TV show or film, especially one where the palming move, especially the magical "qi-manipulating" variety, is used a lot
Is “phim chưởng” formal or informal?
phim chưởng is generally informal.