giáo giở
adjective
Hanoi [zaːw˧˦ zəː˧˩]Huế [jaːw˨˩˦ jəː˧˨]Saigon [jaːw˦˥ jəː˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
giáo giở means treacherous; deceitful.
Also spelled tráo trở — same word, same meaning.
Meanings of giáo giở in English
Adjective
- treacherous; deceitful
Etymology
See giai for the sound change. This is the form from the inland Northern dialects.
Frequently asked questions
What does giáo giở mean in English?
giáo giở (adjective) means "treacherous; deceitful".
How do you pronounce giáo giở?
IPA: Hanoi [zaːw˧˦ zəː˧˩]; Saigon [jaːw˦˥ jəː˨˩˦]. Tones: giáo — rising tone (sắc), giở — dipping tone (hỏi).