uy hiếp
[ʔwi˧˧ hiəp̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to threaten; to intimidate
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to put pressure on; to dominate
Examples
Trong suốt hiệp hai, đội bóng đã không thể uy hiếp phần sân đối phương.The team could not put pressure on their opponent during the second half.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “uy hiếp” mean?
(verb) to threaten; to intimidate
Is “uy hiếp” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.