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hãm

verb Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [haːm˦ˀ˥]Huế [haːm˧˨]Saigon [haːm˨˩˦] browser voice
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hãm means to besiege.

Chinese characters: 陷

Meanings of hãm in English

Verb

  1. to besiege

Words with hãm

Etymology

Sino-Vietnamese word from 陷.

Frequently asked questions

What does hãm mean in English?

hãm (verb) means "to besiege".

How do you pronounce hãm?

IPA: Hanoi [haːm˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [haːm˨˩˦]. Tones: hãm — creaky rising tone (ngã).

Is hãm a Sino-Vietnamese word?

Yes. hãm is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 陷.

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