thế chấp
[tʰe˧˦ t͡ɕəp̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to collateralize; to put up as collateral/security
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
thế chấp nhàto use your house as collateral
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 “thế chấp” mean?
(verb) to collateralize; to put up as collateral/security
Is “thế chấp” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.