âm binh
What does âm binh mean? âm binh is a Vietnamese moderate that translates to “little demon / goblin / troublemaker” in English.
Literal Translation
yin soldiers / ghost soldiers
Meaning & Usage
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"little demon / goblin / troublemaker"
In folk religion, 'âm binh' are wandering ghost-soldiers controlled by sorcerers. Slang usage means a chaotic, annoying, or wildly misbehaving person (usually young).
Examples in the Wild
A mother complaining about a hyperactive toddler ruining the house: 'Trời ơi, cái đồ âm binh!' (My god, you little demon!)