rốt ráo

[zot̚˧˦ zaːw˧˦]

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

Meaning · English

(adjective) quick-witted and thorough

AdjectiveRegister: informal

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

Examples

Cứ lừ lừ ra mà không rốt ráo như bạn mình thì không thua thiệt cũng lạThere's nothing unusual to fall short of the class's expectations when you fail to drag other friends' interest just like that.

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “rốt ráo” mean?

(adjective) quick-witted and thorough

Is “rốt ráo” formal or informal?

rốt ráo is generally informal.