uể oải
[ʔwe˧˩ ʔwaːj˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) tired, languid, lethargic
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Rụt rè nó bốc một nắm bỏ vào miệng, uể oải nhai như bò nhai trấu.Timidly she took a handful, put it in her mouth, and languidly chewed like a cow on chaff.
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 “uể oải” mean?
(adjective) tired, languid, lethargic
Is “uể oải” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.