bổ túc
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
bổ túc means additional; complementary; continuing.
Meanings of bổ túc in English
Adjective
- additional; complementary; continuing
Verb
- to supplement; complement
- to make sufficient
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 補足.
Frequently asked questions
What does bổ túc mean in English?
bổ túc (adjective) means "additional; complementary; continuing".
How do you pronounce bổ túc?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɓo˧˩ tʊwk͡p̚˧˦]; Saigon [ʔɓow˨˩˦ tʊwk͡p̚˦˥]. Tones: bổ — dipping tone (hỏi), túc — rising tone (sắc).
Is bổ túc a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. bổ túc is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 補足.