xơ xác
[səː˧˧ saːk̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adverb) denuded; withered; bare; abject
Adverb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Near-synonyms: kiết xác, kiếp xác
Cái nghèo xơ xác đã ứ đọng vào tâm trí một thời.The abject poverty has anchored dead within the man's mind.
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 “xơ xác” mean?
(adverb) denuded; withered; bare; abject
Is “xơ xác” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.