phòng khi
[fawŋ͡m˨˩ xi˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(preposition) in case of; in case that; just in case
Preposition
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
phòng khi gặp nguy hiểmin case of emergency
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 ↗
Common questions
What does “phòng khi” mean?
(preposition) in case of; in case that; just in case
Is “phòng khi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.