thị phi
[tʰi˧˨ʔ fi˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) right and wrong
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) quarrel, conflict
Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
right and wrong
Morally good and bad actions or decisions
English
Near equivalent
mù quáng
(adjective) blind (failing to perceive; unable to distinguish between right and wrong)
Tiếng Việt · via right and wrong
Near equivalent
lương tri
(noun) innate sense of right and wrong; conscience
Tiếng Việt · via right and wrong
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Common questions
What does “thị phi” mean?
(noun) right and wrong
Is “thị phi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“right and wrong” (English) — near equivalent.