Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

thà

[tʰaː˨˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(adverb) used to signify a better choice or preference

Adverb

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

Thà chết còn hơn.I'd rather die / I'd be caught dead rather.

Bạc Hy Lai viết tâm thư: “Thà chịu khổ chứ không chịu nhục!”Bo Xilai writes in letter to family: “I would rather endure hardships, not humiliation”

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “thà” mean?

(adverb) used to signify a better choice or preference

Is “thà” formal or informal?

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

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