cài áo
noun
Hanoi [kaːj˨˩ ʔaːw˧˦]Huế [kaːj˦˩ ʔaːw˨˩˦]Saigon [kaːj˨˩ ʔaːw˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
cài áo means a brooch; ornamental clothing fastener.
Meanings of cài áo in English
Noun
- neologism a brooch; ornamental clothing fastener
Etymology
From cài (“to pin”) + áo (“upper garment”).
Frequently asked questions
What does cài áo mean in English?
cài áo (noun) means "a brooch; ornamental clothing fastener".
How do you pronounce cài áo?
IPA: Hanoi [kaːj˨˩ ʔaːw˧˦]; Saigon [kaːj˨˩ ʔaːw˦˥]. Tones: cài — falling tone (huyền), áo — rising tone (sắc).