lép vế
verb
Hanoi [lɛp̚˧˦ ve˧˦]Huế [lɛp̚˦˧˥ vej˨˩˦]Saigon [lɛp̚˦˥ vej˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
lép vế means to yield; to be inferior.
Meanings of lép vế in English
Verb
- to yield (to); to be inferior (to)
- Thế mình đã yếu, muốn đỡ lép vế thì liên hiệp với nhau vẫn hơn.For our situation right now remains shaky, it's better to become allied if we wish to minimize some chance of being overwhelmed.
Etymology
lép + vế.
Frequently asked questions
What does lép vế mean in English?
lép vế (verb) means "to yield; to be inferior".
How do you pronounce lép vế?
IPA: Hanoi [lɛp̚˧˦ ve˧˦]; Saigon [lɛp̚˦˥ vej˦˥]. Tones: lép — rising tone (sắc), vế — rising tone (sắc).