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cao tay

adjective
Hanoi [kaːw˧˧ taj˧˧]Huế [kaːw˧˧ taj˧˧]Saigon [kaːw˧˧ ta(ː)j˧˧] browser voice
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cao tay means capable; highly able.

Meanings of cao tay in English

Adjective

  1. capable; highly able

Words with cao tay

Etymology

Calque of Chinese 高手 (cao thủ, literally “high hands”).

Frequently asked questions

What does cao tay mean in English?

cao tay (adjective) means "capable; highly able".

How do you pronounce cao tay?

IPA: Hanoi [kaːw˧˧ taj˧˧]; Saigon [kaːw˧˧ ta(ː)j˧˧]. Tones: cao — level tone (ngang), tay — level tone (ngang).

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