cảy
adjective
Hanoi [kaj˧˩]Huế [kaj˧˨]Saigon [ka(ː)j˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
cảy means be swollen.
Meanings of cảy in English
Adjective
- Central Vietnam, Northern Vietnam be swollen ≈ sưng
Etymology
From Proto-Vietic *kas, from Proto-Mon-Khmer *ʔas ~ *ʔəs. Cognate with Pacoh ayh, éih, Khasi at, Khmu [Cuang] ʔɛh.
Frequently asked questions
What does cảy mean in English?
cảy (adjective) means "be swollen".
How do you pronounce cảy?
IPA: Hanoi [kaj˧˩]; Saigon [ka(ː)j˨˩˦]. Tones: cảy — dipping tone (hỏi).