gió chướng
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
gió chướng means northeast monsoon; winter monsoon.
Meanings of gió chướng in English
Noun
- northeast monsoon, winter monsoon
Etymology
gió + chướng (“toxic wind”), so called for its often harmful effects on the South Vietnamese coastal areas.
Frequently asked questions
What does gió chướng mean in English?
gió chướng (noun) means "northeast monsoon; winter monsoon".
How do you pronounce gió chướng?
IPA: Hanoi [zɔ˧˦ t͡ɕɨəŋ˧˦]; Saigon [jɔ˦˥ cɨəŋ˦˥]. Tones: gió — rising tone (sắc), chướng — rising tone (sắc).