Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

trơ trọi

[t͡ɕəː˧˧ t͡ɕɔj˧˨ʔ]

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

Meaning · English

(adjective) all alone

Adjective

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

Joseph ngồi trơ trọi trên hàng ghế trống một chỗ ngồi…Joseph set down all alone in a row with one empty seat…

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “trơ trọi” mean?

(adjective) all alone

Is “trơ trọi” formal or informal?

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

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