tọc mạch
[tawk͡p̚˧˨ʔ majk̟̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to poke one's nose into others' affairs then not keep one's mouth shut
VerbRegister: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
poke one's nose into
To interfere or meddle in someone else's business
English
Near equivalent
keep one's mouth shut
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
English
Near equivalent
lặng thinh
(verb) to keep quiet; to keep one's mouth shut; to hold one's tongue; to not say a word
Tiếng Việt · via keep one's mouth shut
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Common questions
What does “tọc mạch” mean?
(verb) to poke one's nose into others' affairs then not keep one's mouth shut
Is “tọc mạch” formal or informal?
tọc mạch is generally informal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.
What is the closest equivalent?
“poke one's nose into” (English) — near equivalent.