ô dề
adjective
Hanoi [ʔo˧˧ ze˨˩]Huế [ʔow˧˧ jej˦˩]Saigon [ʔow˧˧ jej˨˩] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
ô dề means vulgar; crude; embarrassing.
Meanings of ô dề in English
Adjective
- Central Vietnam, Northern Vietnam, colloquial vulgar; crude; embarrassing
- Internet slang ridiculous; over-the-top
Etymology
Originally North Central Vietnamese, now widespread due to usage on social media like TikTok, Facebook, etc.
Frequently asked questions
What does ô dề mean in English?
ô dề (adjective) means "vulgar; crude; embarrassing".
How do you pronounce ô dề?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔo˧˧ ze˨˩]; Saigon [ʔow˧˧ jej˨˩]. Tones: ô — level tone (ngang), dề — falling tone (huyền).