chơi ngang
verb
Hanoi [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ ŋaːŋ˧˧]Huế [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ ŋaːŋ˧˧]Saigon [cəːj˧˧ ŋaːŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
chơi ngang means see chơi and ngang.
Meanings of chơi ngang in English
Verb
- literal see chơi and ngang
- rare to act unruly; to act out of line; to break the rules
- figurative, rare to commit adultery
Etymology
chơi (“to play”) + ngang (“stubborn”).
Frequently asked questions
What does chơi ngang mean in English?
chơi ngang (verb) means "see chơi and ngang".
How do you pronounce chơi ngang?
IPA: Hanoi [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ ŋaːŋ˧˧]; Saigon [cəːj˧˧ ŋaːŋ˧˧]. Tones: chơi — level tone (ngang), ngang — level tone (ngang).