điệu bộ
nounadjective
Hanoi [ʔɗiəw˧˨ʔ ʔɓo˧˨ʔ]Huế [ʔɗiw˨˩ʔ ʔɓow˨˩ʔ]Saigon [ʔɗiw˨˩˨ ʔɓow˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
điệu bộ means mannerisms; gestures with the hands; legs.
Meanings of điệu bộ in English
Noun
- mannerisms; gestures with the hands, legs, etc. to express or convey a concept
Adjective
- rare making exaggerated gestures to put on airs ≈ kiểu cách
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 調 and 步.
Frequently asked questions
What does điệu bộ mean in English?
điệu bộ (noun) means "mannerisms; gestures with the hands; legs".
How do you pronounce điệu bộ?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɗiəw˧˨ʔ ʔɓo˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [ʔɗiw˨˩˨ ʔɓow˨˩˨]. Tones: điệu — heavy tone (nặng), bộ — heavy tone (nặng).