an khang
adjective Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [ʔaːn˧˧ xaːŋ˧˧]Huế [ʔaːŋ˧˧ kʰaːŋ˧˧]Saigon [ʔaːŋ˧˧ kʰaːŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
an khang means safe and sound.
Chinese characters: 安康
Meanings of an khang in English
Adjective
- literary, formal when used in wishes safe and sound
- Tôi chúc bạn một năm mới an khang và thịnh vượng.I wish you a healthy, safe and properous New Year.
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 安康.
Frequently asked questions
What does an khang mean in English?
an khang (adjective) means "safe and sound".
How do you pronounce an khang?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔaːn˧˧ xaːŋ˧˧]; Saigon [ʔaːŋ˧˧ kʰaːŋ˧˧]. Tones: an — level tone (ngang), khang — level tone (ngang).
Is an khang a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. an khang is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 安康.