giải oan
verb
Hanoi [zaːj˧˩ ʔwaːn˧˧]Huế [jaːj˧˨ ʔwaːŋ˧˧]Saigon [jaːj˨˩˦ (ʔ)waːŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
giải oan means to vindicate; to exculpate; to exonerate.
Meanings of giải oan in English
Verb
- to vindicate; to exculpate; to exonerate
- Cuối cùng thì công lý cũng được thực thi, bà Hồng được giải oan.Finally, justice has been implemented and Ms. Hong has been vindicated.
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 解 (“to remove; to explain”) and 冤 (“injustice”).
Frequently asked questions
What does giải oan mean in English?
giải oan (verb) means "to vindicate; to exculpate; to exonerate".
How do you pronounce giải oan?
IPA: Hanoi [zaːj˧˩ ʔwaːn˧˧]; Saigon [jaːj˨˩˦ (ʔ)waːŋ˧˧]. Tones: giải — dipping tone (hỏi), oan — level tone (ngang).