phường
[fɨəŋ˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) ward (subdivision of a tỉnh or thành phố)
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) police station
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) guild
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Common questions
What does “phường” mean?
(noun) ward (subdivision of a tỉnh or thành phố)
Is “phường” formal or informal?
phường is generally informal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.