vòng vo Tam Quốc

[vawŋ͡m˨˩ vɔ˧˧ taːm˧˧ kuək̚˧˦]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(adjective) long-winded and roundabout

AdjectiveConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Có gì thì nói thẳng, đừng có mà vòng vo Tam Quốc.Cut the crap, just tell me what happened.

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 “vòng vo Tam Quốc” mean?

(adjective) long-winded and roundabout

Is “vòng vo Tam Quốc” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.