răng
[zaŋ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) tooth
Examples
bộ răngdenture
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adverb) why; how; what
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Trung · Central Vietnam
• Wiktionary labels this sense “Central”
Examples
Răng mà mi mần được hay rứa?How are you able to do that?
Răng ni trời tún òm ri?Why's the sky dark today?
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “răng” mean?
(noun) tooth
Is “răng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.