khổ nỗi
adverb
Hanoi [xo˧˩ noj˦ˀ˥]Huế [kʰow˧˨ noj˧˨]Saigon [kʰow˨˩˦ noj˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
khổ nỗi means unfortunately; regrettably.
Meanings of khổ nỗi in English
Adverb
- unfortunately
- regrettably ≈ ngặt nỗi
- Khổ nỗi giờ trong túi chả có xu nào.[I do want to help you, but] Regrettably, my pocket is currently empty.
Etymology
khổ + nỗi.
Frequently asked questions
What does khổ nỗi mean in English?
khổ nỗi (adverb) means "unfortunately; regrettably".
How do you pronounce khổ nỗi?
IPA: Hanoi [xo˧˩ noj˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [kʰow˨˩˦ noj˨˩˦]. Tones: khổ — dipping tone (hỏi), nỗi — creaky rising tone (ngã).