phản quốc
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
phản quốc means to betray one's country; to commit treason.
Meanings of phản quốc in English
Verb
- to betray one's country, to commit treason
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 反國 (“to betray one's country, to commit treason”).
Frequently asked questions
What does phản quốc mean in English?
phản quốc (verb) means "to betray one's country; to commit treason".
How do you pronounce phản quốc?
IPA: Hanoi [faːn˧˩ kuək̚˧˦]; Saigon [faːŋ˨˩˦ wək̚˦˥]. Tones: phản — dipping tone (hỏi), quốc — rising tone (sắc).
Is phản quốc a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. phản quốc is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 反國.