nén
verbclassifiernoun
Hanoi [nɛn˧˦]Huế [nɛŋ˦˧˥]Saigon [nɛŋ˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
nén means to press; to compress; to squeeze.
Meanings of nén in English
Verb
- to press; to compress; to squeeze
- to repress; to control (oneself); to restrain
Classifier
- formal Used for sticks of incense.
Noun
- ten tael (equal to 375 g)
Words with nén
Etymology
Possibly related to Khmer បណ្ណែន (bɑɑbɑnnaen, “to compress”).
Frequently asked questions
What does nén mean in English?
nén (verb) means "to press; to compress; to squeeze".
How do you pronounce nén?
IPA: Hanoi [nɛn˧˦]; Saigon [nɛŋ˦˥]. Tones: nén — rising tone (sắc).