tần tảo
[tən˨˩ taːw˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) industrious
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) diligent and parsimonious; economical; thrifty
Register: formal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) a type of algae, often used in antiquity for rituals
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
một loại tảo, thường được sử dụng trong nghi lễ cổ xưa
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Register: formal
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(noun) a kind of sacrificial offering
Register: formal
Common questions
What does “tần tảo” mean?
(adjective) industrious
Is “tần tảo” formal or informal?
tần tảo is generally formal.