vảy
[vaj˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) scales
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
làm vảy/đánh vảyto descale (a fish)
Cá này còn nguyên vảy.This fish still has its scales on.
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 ↗ Local usage: Vảy is the standard spelling for fish scales; vẩy is a different verb form. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Common questions
What does “vảy” mean?
(noun) scales
Is “vảy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.