xập xoè

[səp̚˧˨ʔ swɛ˨˩]

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

Meaning · English

(adjective) fluttering, with a sound like flapping wings

Adjective

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

Examples

Gió chướng non xập xòe trên ngọn dừa.The early northeast-monsoon wind fluttered among the coconut fronds.

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 “xập xoè” mean?

(adjective) fluttering, with a sound like flapping wings

Is “xập xoè” formal or informal?

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