Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

phóng uế

[fawŋ͡m˧˦ ʔwe˧˦] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to defecate in the open

VerbRegister: formalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

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Common questions

What does “phóng uế” mean?

(verb) to defecate in the open

Is “phóng uế” formal or informal?

phóng uế is generally formal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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