sắc sảo
[sak̚˧˦ saːw˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) sharp-witted; fine; sharp
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Với những chi tiết sắc sảo, Tâm đã giành được giải nhất trong cuộc thi vẽ toàn trường.By using fine details, Tâm got first prize in the school-wide art contest.
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搊皮才色吏分欣Kiều, the eldest, was especially witty and charming.
Her talents and beauty even surpassed her sister.
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) upright
Common questions
What does “sắc sảo” mean?
(adjective) sharp-witted; fine; sharp
Is “sắc sảo” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.