xoảng
[swaːŋ˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(interjection) clang (imitative of a loud metallic ringing sound)
Interjection
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bát cơm trên tay chị Dậu đổ lật xuống mâm đánh xoảng, cơm canh bắn tung khắp nhà.The bowl of rice in Dậu's hand overturned onto the tray with a clang; rice and soup splashed all over the house.
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 “xoảng” mean?
(interjection) clang (imitative of a loud metallic ringing sound)
Is “xoảng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.