Tiếng Việt · Word Attested 18+

tằng tịu

[taŋ˨˩ tiw˧˨ʔ] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to have sexual conduct that is deemed socially unacceptable

Verb⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

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

(especially) to commit adultery

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Common questions

What does “tằng tịu” mean?

(verb) to have sexual conduct that is deemed socially unacceptable

Is “tằng tịu” formal or informal?

tằng tịu is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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