thao lao

[tʰaːw˧˧ laːw˧˧]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) certain trees of the genus Lagerstroemia (esp. L. calyculata and L. speciosa)

Noun

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

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “thao lao” mean?

(noun) certain trees of the genus Lagerstroemia (esp. L. calyculata and L. speciosa)

Is “thao lao” formal or informal?

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