xâu xé
[səw˧˧ sɛ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to compete vigorously to gain some potential advantage
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Trung Quốc cuối thế kỉ 19 đã trở thành chiếc bánh ngọt hấp dẫn cho các nước thực dân hùa vào xâu xé.In the late 19th century, China became a tempting cake for colonial powers to carve up.
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 “xâu xé” mean?
(verb) to compete vigorously to gain some potential advantage
Is “xâu xé” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.