phân ưu
verb Sino-Vietnamese
Hanoi [fən˧˧ ʔiw˧˧]Huế [fəŋ˧˧ ʔɨw˧˧]Saigon [fəŋ˧˧ ʔɨw˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
phân ưu means to offer one's condolences; to express sympathy during loss.
Chinese characters: 分憂 (分 “to share” + 憂 “sorrow”)
Meanings of phân ưu in English
Verb
- formal to offer one's condolences (for); to express sympathy during loss; to share in the grief of others ≈ chia buồn
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 分憂, composed of 分 (“to share”) and 憂 (“sorrow”).
Frequently asked questions
What does phân ưu mean in English?
phân ưu (verb) means "to offer one's condolences; to express sympathy during loss".
How do you pronounce phân ưu?
IPA: Hanoi [fən˧˧ ʔiw˧˧]; Saigon [fəŋ˧˧ ʔɨw˧˧]. Tones: phân — level tone (ngang), ưu — level tone (ngang).
Is phân ưu a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. phân ưu is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 分憂.