quốc ngữ
[kuək̚˧˦ ŋɨ˦ˀ˥]
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) the modern Vietnamese writing system based on the Latin alphabet
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) chữ Nôm
Register: formal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) national language; official language
Register: formal
Common questions
What does “quốc ngữ” mean?
(noun) the modern Vietnamese writing system based on the Latin alphabet
Is “quốc ngữ” formal or informal?
quốc ngữ is generally formal.