ngào ngạt
adjective
Hanoi [ŋaːw˨˩ ŋaːt̚˧˨ʔ]Huế [ŋaːw˦˩ ŋaːk̚˨˩ʔ]Saigon [ŋaːw˨˩ ŋaːk̚˨˩˨] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
ngào ngạt means strong; overstimulating; and overflowed with fragrance.
Meanings of ngào ngạt in English
Adjective
- of scent strong, overstimulating, and overflowed with fragrance.
- Cánh đồng ấy bây giờ ngào ngạt mùi oải hương.That field has nowadays been overflowed with the smell of lavenders.
- Tôi bỗng ngửi thấy mùi thơm ngào ngạt toát ra từ quán cà phê.I suddenly smelt a strong fragrance coming from the coffee shop.
Frequently asked questions
What does ngào ngạt mean in English?
ngào ngạt (adjective) means "strong; overstimulating; and overflowed with fragrance".
How do you pronounce ngào ngạt?
IPA: Hanoi [ŋaːw˨˩ ŋaːt̚˧˨ʔ]; Saigon [ŋaːw˨˩ ŋaːk̚˨˩˨]. Tones: ngào — falling tone (huyền), ngạt — heavy tone (nặng).