xèo
Meaning
3 senses
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Verb
To become weak and soft, losing its original firmness or flexibility.
vi Bánh mì đã bị xèo.
en The bread has become limp.
Adjective
Describing a state of shrinking or drying up due to loss of moisture or life.
vi Lá cây trông rất xèo.
en The leaves look very shriveled.
Describing the sound produced when food is placed in hot oil or on a fire.
vi Tiếng mỡ kêu xèo xèo.
en The fat makes a sizzling sound.