phong thanh
[fawŋ͡m˧˧ tʰajŋ̟˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) rumored; by hearsay
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nghe phong thanh anh sắp cưới vợ.Rumor has it that you are getting married.
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 “phong thanh” mean?
(adjective) rumored; by hearsay
Is “phong thanh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.