Vietnamese · Adjectives
cao
Tall; high
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of great height.
Example
Anh trai tôi rất cao.
My older brother is very tall.
Etymology
'Cao' traces back to ancient Vietnamese, linked to concepts of height or elevation. Its usage has been consistent in both literal and figurative contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cao' is utilized formally and informally, regularly appearing in spoken language and writing across all Vietnamese dialects.