nhúm
nounverb
Hanoi [ɲum˧˦]Huế [ɲum˦˧˥]Saigon [ɲʊm˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
nhúm means a small amount; a pinch of five fingertips.
Meanings of nhúm in English
Noun
- a small amount; a pinch of five fingertips
- a small group
Verb
- to pinch a small amount with a finger purse
Verb
- Central Vietnam, Northern Vietnam North Central Vietnam form of nhóm (“to make a fire, to start a fire”)
Etymology
Likely related to nhóm (“group”).
Frequently asked questions
What does nhúm mean in English?
nhúm (noun) means "a small amount; a pinch of five fingertips".
How do you pronounce nhúm?
IPA: Hanoi [ɲum˧˦]; Saigon [ɲʊm˦˥]. Tones: nhúm — rising tone (sắc).