thắp hương
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
light incense
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Sáng nào bà cũng thắp hương trên bàn thờ.Grandma lights incense at the altar every morning.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: Also commonly used for paying respects to ancestors or the deceased. Contributed enriched phrasebook data (owner-supplied, July 2026); review pending.
Common questions
What does “thắp hương” mean?
light incense
Is “thắp hương” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.