chính trực
adjective Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [t͡ɕïŋ˧˦ t͡ɕɨk̚˧˨ʔ]Huế [t͡ɕɨn˦˧˥ ʈɨk̚˨˩ʔ]Saigon [cɨn˦˥ ʈɨk̚˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
chính trực means upright; honest; ethical.
Chinese characters: 正直 (正 “upright” + 直 “straightforward”)
Meanings of chính trực in English
Adjective
- upright; honest; ethical
- Lòng chính trựcIntegrity; Honest Heart
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 正直, composed of 正 (“upright”) and 直 (“straightforward”).
Frequently asked questions
What does chính trực mean in English?
chính trực (adjective) means "upright; honest; ethical".
How do you pronounce chính trực?
IPA: Hanoi [t͡ɕïŋ˧˦ t͡ɕɨk̚˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [cɨn˦˥ ʈɨk̚˨˩˨]. Tones: chính — rising tone (sắc), trực — heavy tone (nặng).
Is chính trực a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. chính trực is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 正直.