giữ nguyên
verb
Hanoi [zɨ˦ˀ˥ ŋwiən˧˧]Huế [jɨ˧˨ ŋwiəŋ˧˧]Saigon [jɨ˨˩˦ ŋwiəŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
giữ nguyên means to preserve; to keep intact.
Meanings of giữ nguyên in English
Verb
- to preserve; to keep intact; to keep things the way they were
- giữ nguyên hiện trạngto maintain the status quo
Etymology
giữ + nguyên.
Frequently asked questions
What does giữ nguyên mean in English?
giữ nguyên (verb) means "to preserve; to keep intact".
How do you pronounce giữ nguyên?
IPA: Hanoi [zɨ˦ˀ˥ ŋwiən˧˧]; Saigon [jɨ˨˩˦ ŋwiəŋ˧˧]. Tones: giữ — creaky rising tone (ngã), nguyên — level tone (ngang).