ăn chắc
adjective
Hanoi [ʔan˧˧ t͡ɕak̚˧˦]Huế [ʔaŋ˧˧ t͡ɕak̚˦˧˥]Saigon [ʔaŋ˧˧ cak̚˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
ăn chắc means certain of success or victory; having something in the bag.
Meanings of ăn chắc in English
Adjective
- certain of success or victory; having something in the bag
- Trận này đội mình ăn chắc rồi.Our team is sure to win this match.
- cautious; prudent; preferring stability over risk
- Ông ấy làm việc gì cũng phải tính đường ăn chắc.Whatever he does, he always looks for a sure-fire way.
Idioms and sayings with ăn chắc
- ăn chắc mặc bền — to prioritize durability and utility over luxury or aesthetics
Etymology
ăn (“to eat; to gain; to win”) + chắc (“sure; certain; firm”). Literally, “to win certainly”.
Frequently asked questions
What does ăn chắc mean in English?
ăn chắc (adjective) means "certain of success or victory; having something in the bag".
How do you pronounce ăn chắc?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔan˧˧ t͡ɕak̚˧˦]; Saigon [ʔaŋ˧˧ cak̚˦˥]. Tones: ăn — level tone (ngang), chắc — rising tone (sắc).