quen
[kwɛn˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) familiar
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đó là người quen của tôi.That's someone I know.
Mày quen nhỏ đó hả?You know her? / Are you dating her?
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Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) used to; accustomed to
Examples
Tao quen bị vợ nhằn rồi.I'm used to her ranting.
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Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adjective) in a (romantic) relationship with
Examples
Tao quen nhỏ được hai tháng rồi.We've been going out for two months.
♂: Đối với anh khi không thể quen nhau dài lâu,
Dù rằng đến nay con đường đã chia, ngần ngại chi em ?
Đừng sợ con tim vết thương kia không lành.♂: To me, if we're just not meant to be together,
Now that we're on separate paths, why are you hesitating?
Don't fear those wounds in our hearts won't heal.
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Common questions
What does “quen” mean?
(adjective) familiar
Is “quen” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.