hiền hoà
adjective
Hanoi [hiən˨˩ hwaː˨˩]Huế [hiəŋ˦˩ hwaː˦˩]Saigon [hiəŋ˨˩ waː˨˩] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
hiền hoà means mild; gentle; meek and affable.
Meanings of hiền hoà in English
Adjective
- mild; gentle; meek and affable
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 賢 (“virtuous”) and 和 (“peaceful”).
Frequently asked questions
What does hiền hoà mean in English?
hiền hoà (adjective) means "mild; gentle; meek and affable".
How do you pronounce hiền hoà?
IPA: Hanoi [hiən˨˩ hwaː˨˩]; Saigon [hiəŋ˨˩ waː˨˩]. Tones: hiền — falling tone (huyền), hoà — falling tone (huyền).