giao tranh
verb
Hanoi [zaːw˧˧ t͡ɕajŋ̟˧˧]Huế [jaːw˧˧ ʈɛɲ˧˧]Saigon [jaːw˧˧ ʈan˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
giao tranh means to be engaged in battle; to exchange fire.
Meanings of giao tranh in English
Verb
- to be engaged in battle; to exchange fire ≈ giao chiến
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 交 (“to hand over”) and 爭 (“to compete, to fight for”).
Frequently asked questions
What does giao tranh mean in English?
giao tranh (verb) means "to be engaged in battle; to exchange fire".
How do you pronounce giao tranh?
IPA: Hanoi [zaːw˧˧ t͡ɕajŋ̟˧˧]; Saigon [jaːw˧˧ ʈan˧˧]. Tones: giao — level tone (ngang), tranh — level tone (ngang).