ủng
[ʔʊwŋ͡m˧˩]
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) boot
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Trời mưa, nhớ mang ủng nhé.It’s raining, so remember to wear boots.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: Often refers especially to rubber, waterproof, or work boots. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) be overripe
Common questions
What does “ủng” mean?
(noun) boot
Is “ủng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.