trôi nổi
[t͡ɕoj˧˧ noj˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to drift along; to float around
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) unregulated and might be of unclear origin
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
không được kiểm soát và có thể nguồn gốc không rõ ràng
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Common questions
What does “trôi nổi” mean?
(verb) to drift along; to float around
Is “trôi nổi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.