tục lệ

[tʊwk͡p̚˧˨ʔ le˧˨ʔ]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) custom; habit; tradition

Noun

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

Examples

Tôi sống độc lập từ thuở bé. Ấy là tục lệ lâu đời trong họ nhà dế chúng tôi.I have lived an independent life since early childhood. Such is the long-standing custom among us crickets.

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 ↗

Common questions

What does “tục lệ” mean?

(noun) custom; habit; tradition

Is “tục lệ” formal or informal?

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