xỉa răng
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
to clean or pick between one’s teeth
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Ăn xong nhớ xỉa răng nhé.Remember to clean between your teeth after eating.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: Does not specifically mean flossing; dùng chỉ nha khoa means to floss. Contributed enriched phrasebook data (owner-supplied, July 2026); review pending.
Common questions
What does “xỉa răng” mean?
to clean or pick between one’s teeth
Is “xỉa răng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.