chèn ép
verb
Hanoi [t͡ɕɛn˨˩ ʔɛp̚˧˦]Huế [t͡ɕɛŋ˦˩ ʔɛp̚˦˧˥]Saigon [cɛŋ˨˩ ʔɛp̚˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
chèn ép means to hinder; to hamper; to obstruct.
Meanings of chèn ép in English
Verb
- to hinder; to hamper; to obstruct
- to oppress; to bully; to subdue
Etymology
chèn (“wedge/obstruct”) + ép (“to force”).
Frequently asked questions
What does chèn ép mean in English?
chèn ép (verb) means "to hinder; to hamper; to obstruct".
How do you pronounce chèn ép?
IPA: Hanoi [t͡ɕɛn˨˩ ʔɛp̚˧˦]; Saigon [cɛŋ˨˩ ʔɛp̚˦˥]. Tones: chèn — falling tone (huyền), ép — rising tone (sắc).