xe gắn máy

[sɛ˧˧ ɣan˧˦ maj˧˦]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) a motorcycle, scooter or moped of maximum speed equal to or lower than 50 km/h, or of a cylinder capacity equal to or lower than 50 cc, that does not require a driver's license to be legally used

Noun

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

Examples

Ngày xưa nhà tôi có một chiếc xe gắn máy.My family had a moped years ago.

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: A formal or legal category; everyday speakers often use xe máy more broadly. [contributed-collins-enriched]

Common questions

What does “xe gắn máy” mean?

(noun) a motorcycle, scooter or moped of maximum speed equal to or lower than 50 km/h, or of a cylinder capacity equal to or lower than 50 cc, that does not require a driver's license to be legally used

Is “xe gắn máy” formal or informal?

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