sạch bách
[sajk̟̚˧˨ʔ ʔɓajk̟̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) empty; vacant
AdjectiveRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Mới ngồi có mấy phút mà nó ăn chén dĩa sạch bách hết rồi.Within just a few minutes, he already devoured everything on the table, not a thing is left.
Túi sạch bách rồi, tiền đâu mà xin.I'm broke, so I can't lend you any right now.
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “sạch bách” mean?
(adjective) empty; vacant
Is “sạch bách” formal or informal?
sạch bách is generally informal.