Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

tàn khốc

[taːn˨˩ xəwk͡p̚˧˦]

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Meaning · English

(adjective) catastrophic; disastrous; devastating

Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

thảm hoạ tàn khốca catastrophic disaster; a catastrophe

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Common questions

What does “tàn khốc” mean?

(adjective) catastrophic; disastrous; devastating

Is “tàn khốc” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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