chim lợn
noun
Hanoi [t͡ɕim˧˧ ləːn˧˨ʔ]Huế [t͡ɕim˧˧ ləːŋ˨˩ʔ]Saigon [cim˧˧ ləːŋ˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
chim lợn means barn owl; scout; spotter.
Classifier: con — e.g. một con chim lợn (one barn owl)
Meanings of chim lợn in English
Noun
- barn owl (specifically the Eastern barn owl) ≈ cú lợn
- figurative, slang scout; spotter; spy; informant
- figurative, slang gossiper; gossipmonger
Etymology
Compound of chim (“bird”) + lợn (“pig”), literally “pig bird”, from the pig-like call of the bird.
Frequently asked questions
What does chim lợn mean in English?
chim lợn (noun) means "barn owl; scout; spotter".
How do you pronounce chim lợn?
IPA: Hanoi [t͡ɕim˧˧ ləːn˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [cim˧˧ ləːŋ˨˩˨]. Tones: chim — level tone (ngang), lợn — heavy tone (nặng).
What classifier is used with chim lợn?
Common classifiers: con — for example "một con chim lợn" (one barn owl).