quái ác
[kwaːj˧˦ ʔaːk̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) wicked; cruel; malicious in an unusual or severe way
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Căn bệnh quái ác đã cướp đi sinh mạng của anh ấy.The wicked disease took his life.
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 “quái ác” mean?
(adjective) wicked; cruel; malicious in an unusual or severe way
Is “quái ác” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.