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thất lễ

[tʰət̚˧˦ le˦ˀ˥] 🎙 Say it

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

(adjective) impolite

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

thiếu lễ phép

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AdjectiveRegister: formal

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

Ở nhà kiêng ngồi giữa bậc cửa, e thất lễ.When at home, avoid sitting on the doorstep, so as not to be impolite / discourteous.

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Common questions

What does “thất lễ” mean?

(adjective) impolite

Is “thất lễ” formal or informal?

thất lễ is generally formal.

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