thanh mai trúc mã
[tʰajŋ̟˧˧ maːj˧˧ t͡ɕʊwk͡p̚˧˦ maː˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) alluding to the notion of being a childhood friend of the opposite sex to someone and growing to be in love with them or vice-versa
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
bạn thanh mai trúc mãthe boy/girl who was one's childhood friend and with whom one's now falling in love
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “thanh mai trúc mã” mean?
(adjective) alluding to the notion of being a childhood friend of the opposite sex to someone and growing to be in love with them or vice-versa
Is “thanh mai trúc mã” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.