nỉ non
verbadjective
Hanoi [ni˧˩ nɔn˧˧]Huế [nɪj˧˨ nɔŋ˧˧]Saigon [nɪj˨˩˦ nɔŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
nỉ non means to coo confidences; to whisper; to lament.
Meanings of nỉ non in English
Verb
- to pour one's heart out in a gentle voice; to coo confidences; to whisper; to lament
Adjective
- of voice soft and gentle, evoking feelings of sadness; sweet or plaintive; melodious
Etymology
Compare Chinese 呢喃 (ni nam).
Frequently asked questions
What does nỉ non mean in English?
nỉ non (verb) means "to coo confidences; to whisper; to lament".
How do you pronounce nỉ non?
IPA: Hanoi [ni˧˩ nɔn˧˧]; Saigon [nɪj˨˩˦ nɔŋ˧˧]. Tones: nỉ — dipping tone (hỏi), non — level tone (ngang).