chơi trội
verb
Hanoi [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ t͡ɕoj˧˨ʔ]Huế [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ ʈoj˨˩ʔ]Saigon [cəːj˧˧ ʈoj˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
chơi trội means to show off; to put on airs; to flaunt.
Meanings of chơi trội in English
Verb
- colloquial, slightly disapproving to show off; to put on airs; to flaunt (oneself)
Etymology
chơi (“to play”) + trội (“to exceed”).
Frequently asked questions
What does chơi trội mean in English?
chơi trội (verb) means "to show off; to put on airs; to flaunt".
How do you pronounce chơi trội?
IPA: Hanoi [t͡ɕəːj˧˧ t͡ɕoj˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [cəːj˧˧ ʈoj˨˩˨]. Tones: chơi — level tone (ngang), trội — heavy tone (nặng).