bao dung
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
bao dung means lenient; generous; forgiving.
Meanings of bao dung in English
Adjective
- literary lenient; generous; forgiving; tolerant
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 包容.
Frequently asked questions
What does bao dung mean in English?
bao dung (adjective) means "lenient; generous; forgiving".
How do you pronounce bao dung?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔɓaːw˧˧ zʊwŋ͡m˧˧]; Saigon [ʔɓaːw˧˧ jʊwŋ͡m˧˧]. Tones: bao — level tone (ngang), dung — level tone (ngang).
Is bao dung a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. bao dung is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 包容.