rình

[zïŋ˨˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(verb) to hide and watch for someone or something in order to approach or ambush them

Verb

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Con cọp rình mồi.The tiger prowls its prey.
rình trộmto ambush a thief

Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “rình” mean?

(verb) to hide and watch for someone or something in order to approach or ambush them

Is “rình” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.