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.
翹強色稍漫𣻕 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.