tìm hiểu
[tim˨˩ hiəw˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to try to understand; to examine; to investigate; to study
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to get to know each other before engaging in a relationship and/or getting married
Common questions
What does “tìm hiểu” mean?
(verb) to try to understand; to examine; to investigate; to study
Is “tìm hiểu” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.