đi linh tinh
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
đi linh tinh means to be unfaithful; to commit adultery.
Meanings of đi linh tinh in English
Verb
- to be unfaithful, to commit adultery ≈ ngoại tình
Etymology
đi + linh tinh, literally “to go wherever, to go inappropriate places”.
Frequently asked questions
What does đi linh tinh mean in English?
đi linh tinh (verb) means "to be unfaithful; to commit adultery".
How do you pronounce đi linh tinh?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɗi˧˧ lïŋ˧˧ tïŋ˧˧]; Saigon [ʔɗɪj˧˧ lɨn˧˧ tɨn˧˧]. Tones: đi — level tone (ngang), linh — level tone (ngang), tinh — level tone (ngang).