xích
[sïk̟̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) chain
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Xích xe cần được tra dầu.The bicycle chain needs oiling.
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: In this context, it means a bicycle chain. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to bind in chains; to chain up
Examples
Mày còn gần nó nữa là ông xích cổ.Don't you ever approach her, or else you'll be a dead meat.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to move (slightly); to move over
Examples
Chật chội quá, xích ra coi.God it's jam-packed here, can I just have some space?
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “xích” mean?
(noun) chain
Is “xích” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.