tích cực
[tïk̟̚˧˦ kɨk̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) positive (favorable, desirable; optimistic)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
suy nghĩ tích cựcto have a positive mindset
biểu hiện tích cựcpositive signs/indications
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) with great initiative, energy or enthusiasm; active, proactive, enthusiastic, energetic, vigorous, etc.
Examples
tích cực làm việcto fully engage in work
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “tích cực” mean?
(adjective) positive (favorable, desirable; optimistic)
Is “tích cực” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.