xém
[sɛm˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adverb) nearly, just about to be
AdverbRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Xém nữa là chết!I was just about to die!
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 “xém” mean?
(adverb) nearly, just about to be
Is “xém” formal or informal?
xém is generally informal.