xanh dương
[sajŋ̟˧˧ zɨəŋ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) blue as opposed to green
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Chiếc áo này màu xanh dương.This shirt is blue.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: “Xanh dương” is the usual term for blue; “xanh da trời” specifically means sky blue. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Common questions
What does “xanh dương” mean?
(adjective) blue as opposed to green
Is “xanh dương” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.