Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

tòng phạm

[tawŋ͡m˨˩ faːm˧˨ʔ]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(noun) accomplice (a person who helps another commit a crime)

Noun

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Tên trộm khai ra đồng bọn là kẻ tòng phạm đắc lực.The thief identified his accomplice as an effective accomplice.

Bị tuyên án 5 năm tù với vai trò tòng phạm.Sentenced to 5 years in prison for the role of an accomplice.

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “tòng phạm” mean?

(noun) accomplice (a person who helps another commit a crime)

Is “tòng phạm” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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