thất lễ

[tʰət̚˧˦ le˦ˀ˥]

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Meaning · English

(adjective) impolite

AdjectiveRegister: formal

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

Examples

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.

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 “thất lễ” mean?

(adjective) impolite

Is “thất lễ” formal or informal?

thất lễ is generally formal.