săn
[san˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to hunt; to hunt down
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
thợ sănhunter
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to prey on
Register: informal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to watch out (for discount)
Register: informal
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(adjective) firm; solid; tense
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “săn” mean?
(verb) to hunt; to hunt down
Is “săn” formal or informal?
săn is generally informal.