máy đèn
noun
Hanoi [maj˧˦ ʔɗɛn˨˩]Huế [maj˨˩˦ ʔɗɛŋ˦˩]Saigon [ma(ː)j˦˥ ʔɗɛŋ˨˩] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
máy đèn means generator.
Meanings of máy đèn in English
Noun
- generator (machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy) ≈ máy phát điện
- Nhà bên kia đường chạy máy đèn nên sáng trưng.The house across the street is still well-lit since they have a generator.
Etymology
máy (“machine”) + đèn (“light”). When there is an outage at night, people could know which house has a generator based on whether the light is on or not.
Frequently asked questions
What does máy đèn mean in English?
máy đèn (noun) means "generator".
How do you pronounce máy đèn?
IPA: Hanoi [maj˧˦ ʔɗɛn˨˩]; Saigon [ma(ː)j˦˥ ʔɗɛŋ˨˩]. Tones: máy — rising tone (sắc), đèn — falling tone (huyền).
What classifier is used with máy đèn?
Common classifiers: cái, chiếc — for example "một cái máy đèn" (one generator).