suy
[swi˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to ponder over; to think carefully
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to decline; to decay
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to fail
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(adjective) gloomy; depressing; sad
Examples
Nhạc này suy quá.This music is so depressing.
Sao hôm nay anh suy vậy?Why are you so moody today?
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “suy” mean?
(verb) to ponder over; to think carefully
Is “suy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.