trằn trọc
[t͡ɕan˨˩ t͡ɕawk͡p̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to toss and turn (in bed); to toss about
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
toss and turn
To have trouble sleeping due to stress or discomfort
English
Near equivalent
trăn trở
(verb) to toss and turn (in bed)
Tiếng Việt · via toss and turn
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Common questions
What does “trằn trọc” mean?
(verb) to toss and turn (in bed); to toss about
Is “trằn trọc” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“toss and turn” (English) — near equivalent.
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