khinh bạc
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
khinh bạc means frivolous; thoughtless; disrespectful.
Meanings of khinh bạc in English
Adjective
- frivolous, thoughtless, disrespectful
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 輕薄.
Frequently asked questions
What does khinh bạc mean in English?
khinh bạc (adjective) means "frivolous; thoughtless; disrespectful".
How do you pronounce khinh bạc?
IPA: Hanoi [xïŋ˧˧ ʔɓaːk̚˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [kʰɨn˧˧ ʔɓaːk̚˨˩˨]. Tones: khinh — level tone (ngang), bạc — heavy tone (nặng).
Is khinh bạc a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. khinh bạc is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 輕薄.