bản lĩnh
nounverb Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [ʔɓaːn˧˩ lïŋ˦ˀ˥]Huế [ʔɓaːŋ˧˨ lɨn˧˨]Saigon [ʔɓaːŋ˨˩˦ lɨn˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
bản lĩnh means skill; ability.
Chinese characters: 本領
Meanings of bản lĩnh 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 lĩnh mean in English?
bản lĩnh (noun) means "skill; ability".
How do you pronounce bản lĩnh?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɓaːn˧˩ lïŋ˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [ʔɓaːŋ˨˩˦ lɨn˨˩˦]. Tones: bản — dipping tone (hỏi), lĩnh — creaky rising tone (ngã).
Is bản lĩnh a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. bản lĩnh is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 本領.