tóc tai
[tawk͡p̚˧˦ taːj˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) hair; hairstyle
NounRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tóc tai kiểu gì vậy?What kind of hairstyle is that?
Sáng ngủ dậy tóc tai nó bù xù như tổ quạ.Just waking up, his hair is messy like a crow nest.
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “tóc tai” mean?
(noun) hair; hairstyle
Is “tóc tai” formal or informal?
tóc tai is generally informal.