rẫy
[zəj˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) mountain field (obtained by deforestation, tree burning and replanting)
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to abandon; to repudiate; to renounce (one's wife)
Register: informal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) synonym of giãy
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “rẫy” mean?
(noun) mountain field (obtained by deforestation, tree burning and replanting)
Is “rẫy” formal or informal?
rẫy is generally informal.