ngàn vàng
adjective
Hanoi [ŋaːn˨˩ vaːŋ˨˩]Huế [ŋaːŋ˦˩ vaːŋ˦˩]Saigon [ŋaːŋ˨˩ vaːŋ˨˩] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
ngàn vàng means very valuable; invaluable; priceless.
Meanings of ngàn vàng in English
Adjective
- very valuable; invaluable; priceless
Words with ngàn vàng
Etymology
ngàn (“thousand”) + vàng (“gold”); calque of Chinese 千金 (thiên kim).
Frequently asked questions
What does ngàn vàng mean in English?
ngàn vàng (adjective) means "very valuable; invaluable; priceless".
How do you pronounce ngàn vàng?
IPA: Hanoi [ŋaːn˨˩ vaːŋ˨˩]; Saigon [ŋaːŋ˨˩ vaːŋ˨˩]. Tones: ngàn — falling tone (huyền), vàng — falling tone (huyền).