linh động
adjective Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [lïŋ˧˧ ʔɗəwŋ͡m˧˨ʔ]Huế [lɨn˧˧ ʔɗəwŋ͡m˨˩ʔ]Saigon [lɨn˧˧ ʔɗəwŋ͡m˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
linh động means flexible; accommodating to the circumstances.
Chinese characters: 靈動
Meanings of linh động in English
Adjective
- in a way that casts aside the formalities; flexible (when dealing with matters); accommodating to the circumstances
- archaic, rare lively; vivacious
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 靈動.
Frequently asked questions
What does linh động mean in English?
linh động (adjective) means "flexible; accommodating to the circumstances".
How do you pronounce linh động?
IPA: Hanoi [lïŋ˧˧ ʔɗəwŋ͡m˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [lɨn˧˧ ʔɗəwŋ͡m˨˩˨]. Tones: linh — level tone (ngang), động — heavy tone (nặng).
Is linh động a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. linh động is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 靈動.