phòng xa
verb
Hanoi [fawŋ͡m˨˩ saː˧˧]Huế [fawŋ͡m˦˩ saː˧˧]Saigon [fawŋ͡m˨˩ saː˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
phòng xa means to plan for every eventuality.
Meanings of phòng xa in English
Verb
- to plan for every eventuality
Etymology
Literally, “to prevent far”.
Frequently asked questions
What does phòng xa mean in English?
phòng xa (verb) means "to plan for every eventuality".
How do you pronounce phòng xa?
IPA: Hanoi [fawŋ͡m˨˩ saː˧˧]; Saigon [fawŋ͡m˨˩ saː˧˧]. Tones: phòng — falling tone (huyền), xa — level tone (ngang).