xem thường
[sɛm˧˧ tʰɨəŋ˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to regard as unimportant; to think little of; to look down upon
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “xem thường” mean?
(verb) to regard as unimportant; to think little of; to look down upon
Is “xem thường” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“look down upon” (English) — near equivalent.