How do you pronounce chó má?

chó má is pronounced /[cɔ˧˥ maː˧˥]/.

What is the English equivalent of chó má?

The closest English equivalent of chó má is "vile / despicable".

chó má

/[cɔ˧˥ maː˧˥]/animal, moral, insult

What does chó má mean? chó má is a Vietnamese strong that translates to “vile / despicable” in English.

Literal Translation

dog face / dog mother

Meaning & Usage

"vile / despicable"

Behavior that is utterly beneath contempt. It functions primarily as an adjective for situations, actions, or systems rather than just people. The world itself can be 'chó má'.

Examples in the Wild

Sighing over a corrupt business deal: 'Cuộc đời chó má thật.' (Life is truly despicable.)