ủ ê
[ʔu˧˩ ʔe˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) morose, dejected
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nghĩa là chúng tôi sẽ tiếp tục đi. Chị chủ nhà ủ ê, suốt buổi chị giằm đũa vào chén cơm nguội ngắt.That meant we would be on our way. The landlady looked morose; during the meal she kept crushing the cold rice in her bowl with her chopsticks.
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 “ủ ê” mean?
(adjective) morose, dejected
Is “ủ ê” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.