nông nổi
adjective
Hanoi [nəwŋ͡m˧˧ noj˧˩]Huế [nəwŋ͡m˧˧ noj˧˨]Saigon [nəwŋ͡m˧˧ noj˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
nông nổi means shallow; superficial.
Meanings of nông nổi in English
Adjective
- shallow; superficial
- impulsive; inconsiderate
Idioms and sayings with nông nổi
- rảnh rỗi sinh nông nổi — if people have nothing better to do, they'll do stupid or harmful things
Etymology
nông + nổi.
Frequently asked questions
What does nông nổi mean in English?
nông nổi (adjective) means "shallow; superficial".
How do you pronounce nông nổi?
IPA: Hanoi [nəwŋ͡m˧˧ noj˧˩]; Saigon [nəwŋ͡m˧˧ noj˨˩˦]. Tones: nông — level tone (ngang), nổi — dipping tone (hỏi).