cuốn gói
verb
Hanoi [kuən˧˦ ɣɔj˧˦]Huế [kuəŋ˦˧˥ ɣɔj˨˩˦]Saigon [kuəŋ˦˥ ɣɔj˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
Meanings of cuốn gói in English
Verb
- derogatory to flee without leaving anything behind
- Thằng đó suốt ngày bài bạc nợ nần, tiền nhà chưa trả, giang hồ chưa tới tính sổ mà đã cuốn gói mất tiêu rồi.Guy is a real gambling addict. He fled before any thug could come to collect the debt, and without paying any of the rent he owes.
Etymology
cuốn (“to roll”) + gói (“to pack”).
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce cuốn gói?
IPA: Hanoi [kuən˧˦ ɣɔj˧˦]; Saigon [kuəŋ˦˥ ɣɔj˦˥]. Tones: cuốn — rising tone (sắc), gói — rising tone (sắc).