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thia

/tʰi˧˧a˧˧/
noun★Intermediate
informal

A type of traditional Vietnamese cake made from glutinous rice flour, often filled with mung bean paste or other sweet ingredients, and steamed in a banana leaf.

Thia là món tráng miệng truyền thống của người Việt.

Thia is a traditional Vietnamese dessert.

Mẹ tôi làm thia với nhân đậu xanh ngon lắm.

My mother makes thia with delicious mung bean filling.

💡

Thia is commonly enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings.

Collocations

thia nhân đậu xanhmung bean-filled thiathia lá dứathia wrapped in pandan leaf

Synonyms

Related Phrases

ăn thiaphrase
to eat thia

💡Pro Tip

Regional Variations

Thia can vary in shape and filling depending on the region in Vietnam.

📖Word Origin

The word 'thia' comes from the Vietnamese language, referring to a specific type of steamed cake.

📝Usage Notes

Thia is a regional specialty, particularly popular in southern Vietnam.

Word Breakdown

thia
a type of cake
root
✎ Noted on June 1, 2026VI → EN

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