vượt biên
[vɨət̚˧˨ʔ ʔɓiən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to cross the border or frontier
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to emigrate as refugees
Common questions
What does “vượt biên” mean?
(verb) to cross the border or frontier
Is “vượt biên” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.