rẽ
[zɛ˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To turn (left or right) — the Northern word; Southerners say quẹo.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Đổi hướng khi đi — từ miền Bắc; trong Nam nói quẹo.
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Bắc · Northern Vietnam
Examples
Đến ngã tư thì rẽ trái nhé.Turn left at the intersection.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “rẽ” mean?
To turn (left or right) — the Northern word; Southerners say quẹo.
Is “rẽ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“quẹo” (Tiếng Việt) — same meaning · other region.