sấm
[səm˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) thunder
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nghe tiếng sấm ngoài kia kìa.Listen to the thunder outside.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) prophecy
Register: formal
Examples
sấm Trạng Trìnhprincipal graduate Trình's prophecy
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “sấm” mean?
(noun) thunder
Is “sấm” formal or informal?
sấm is generally formal.