bản lãnh
nounverb Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [ʔɓaːn˧˩ lajŋ̟˦ˀ˥]Huế [ʔɓaːŋ˧˨ lɛɲ˧˨]Saigon [ʔɓaːŋ˨˩˦ lan˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
bản lãnh means skill; ability.
Also spelled bản lĩnh — same word, same meaning.
Chinese characters: 本領
Meanings of bản lãnh in English
Noun
- the personality of a capable and confident person who dares to take responsibility and does not back down in the face of difficulties or obstacles
- skill, ability
Verb
- to possess such a personality
- anh bản lĩnh đấyyou are courageous
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 本領.
Frequently asked questions
What does bản lãnh mean in English?
bản lãnh (noun) means "skill; ability".
How do you pronounce bản lãnh?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɓaːn˧˩ lajŋ̟˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [ʔɓaːŋ˨˩˦ lan˨˩˦]. Tones: bản — dipping tone (hỏi), lãnh — creaky rising tone (ngã).
Is bản lãnh a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. bản lãnh is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 本領.