tranh
[t͡ɕajŋ̟˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) painting, picture
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bức tranh này treo ở phòng khách.This picture hangs in the living room.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: The exact English meaning depends on whether it is a painting, picture, or artwork. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to compete, to fight for
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) straw, thatch
Examples
nhà tranh vách đấtthatched house with walls made from clay
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “tranh” mean?
(noun) painting, picture
Is “tranh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.