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.