thái
[tʰaːj˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To slice, cut up — the Northern word; Southerners say xắt.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Cắt thành miếng mỏng — từ miền Bắc; trong Nam nói xắt.
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Bắc · Northern Vietnam
Examples
Thái mỏng hành tây nhé.Slice the onion thinly, please.
Mẹ thái thịt bò mỏng để xào.Mom sliced the beef thin for stir-frying.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: Thái hạt lựu specifically means to dice. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “thái” mean?
To slice, cut up — the Northern word; Southerners say xắt.
Is “thái” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“xắt” (Tiếng Việt) — same meaning · other region.