xào xạc

[saːw˨˩ saːk̚˧˨ʔ]

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

Meaning · English

(adjective) rustling

Adjective

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

Examples

lay đưa chỏm cây xanh xào xạcto shake the top of a plant [and make it] rustle

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 “xào xạc” mean?

(adjective) rustling

Is “xào xạc” formal or informal?

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