gia tộc
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
gia tộc means an extended family; a clan.
Meanings of gia tộc in English
Noun
- an extended family; a clan
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 家族 (“immediate family; extended family”).
Frequently asked questions
What does gia tộc mean in English?
gia tộc (noun) means "an extended family; a clan".
How do you pronounce gia tộc?
IPA: Hanoi [zaː˧˧ təwk͡p̚˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [jaː˧˧ təwk͡p̚˨˩˨]. Tones: gia — level tone (ngang), tộc — heavy tone (nặng).
Is gia tộc a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. gia tộc is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 家族.