sườn
[sɨən˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) a rib (curved bone)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
xương sườna rib
Tối nay mình ăn sườn nướng nhé.Let’s have grilled ribs tonight.
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) ribs (cut of meat)
Examples
Cho em sườn ạ.I'd like a rib, please.
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Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) a side
Examples
sườn đồithe side of a hill
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Common questions
What does “sườn” mean?
(noun) a rib (curved bone)
Is “sườn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.