truyền kiếp
[t͡ɕwiən˨˩ kiəp̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) as old as the hills, with extensive continuity
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đối thủ truyền kiếp này chả biết sao đấu lại đây.We just don't know how to deal with these enemies of old and long hatred.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “truyền kiếp” mean?
(adjective) as old as the hills, with extensive continuity
Is “truyền kiếp” 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?
“old as the hills” (English) — near equivalent.