giả kim
verb
Hanoi [zaː˧˩ kim˧˧]Huế [jaː˧˨ kim˧˧]Saigon [jaː˨˩˦ kim˧˧] browser voice
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giả kim means to practice alchemy; to be treated with alchemy.
Meanings of giả kim in English
Verb
- to practice alchemy
- Thuật giả kim.The art of alchemy.
- to be treated with alchemy
- Đá giả kim.Stones that was made to look like metals.
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 假 (“fake, false”) and 金 (“metal”).
Frequently asked questions
What does giả kim mean in English?
giả kim (verb) means "to practice alchemy; to be treated with alchemy".
How do you pronounce giả kim?
IPA: Hanoi [zaː˧˩ kim˧˧]; Saigon [jaː˨˩˦ kim˧˧]. Tones: giả — dipping tone (hỏi), kim — level tone (ngang).