vòng
[vawŋ͡m˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) circle; ring
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) object shaped like a circle, such as necklace, bracelet, earring, hoop, etc.
Register: informal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) short for vòng tránh thai (“intrauterine device; IUD”)
Register: informal
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(classifier) Used for round or circular trips.
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “vòng” mean?
(noun) circle; ring
Is “vòng” formal or informal?
vòng is generally informal.