nhon nhón
adjective
Hanoi [ɲɔn˧˧ ɲɔn˧˦]Huế [ɲɔŋ˧˧ ɲɔŋ˦˧˥]Saigon [ɲɔŋ˧˧ ɲɔŋ˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
nhon nhón means with light; quick steps; pattering.
Meanings of nhon nhón in English
Adjective
- with light, quick steps; pattering; on tiptoe
Etymology
Full reduplication of nhón (“to stand on tiptoe”).
Frequently asked questions
What does nhon nhón mean in English?
nhon nhón (adjective) means "with light; quick steps; pattering".
How do you pronounce nhon nhón?
IPA: Hanoi [ɲɔn˧˧ ɲɔn˧˦]; Saigon [ɲɔŋ˧˧ ɲɔŋ˦˥]. Tones: nhon — level tone (ngang), nhón — rising tone (sắc).