giữ chân
verb
Hanoi [zɨ˦ˀ˥ t͡ɕən˧˧]Huế [jɨ˧˨ t͡ɕəŋ˧˧]Saigon [jɨ˨˩˦ cəŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
giữ chân means to retain; to convince not to leave.
Meanings of giữ chân in English
Verb
- to retain, to convince (someone) not to leave
Etymology
giữ (“keep”) + chân (“legs, feet”).
Frequently asked questions
What does giữ chân mean in English?
giữ chân (verb) means "to retain; to convince not to leave".
How do you pronounce giữ chân?
IPA: Hanoi [zɨ˦ˀ˥ t͡ɕən˧˧]; Saigon [jɨ˨˩˦ cəŋ˧˧]. Tones: giữ — creaky rising tone (ngã), chân — level tone (ngang).