tí tách
[ti˧˦ tajk̟̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) sound of something small, like dropping water, with swift and interrupted movement
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tiếng hạt ngô nổ tí tách trong tro củi càng làm cho các bé càng thêm phấn kích.The swift popping sound of corns laid inside the embers had made the kids go nuts.
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 “tí tách” mean?
(adjective) sound of something small, like dropping water, with swift and interrupted movement
Is “tí tách” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.