vị kỉ
[vi˧˨ʔ ki˧˩]
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Meaning · English
(adjective) selfish
AdjectiveRegister: formalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
tính/lòng vị kỉselfishness
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 “vị kỉ” mean?
(adjective) selfish
Is “vị kỉ” formal or informal?
vị kỉ is generally formal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.