thư hùng
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thư hùng means definitive; ultimate.
Meanings of thư hùng in English
Adjective
- of a contest or showdown definitive; ultimate
- trận thư hùngthe ultimate showdown
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 雌雄 (“female and male; defeat and victory”)
Frequently asked questions
What does thư hùng mean in English?
thư hùng (adjective) means "definitive; ultimate".
How do you pronounce thư hùng?
IPA: Hanoi [tʰɨ˧˧ hʊwŋ͡m˨˩]; Saigon [tʰɨ˧˧ hʊwŋ͡m˨˩]. Tones: thư — level tone (ngang), hùng — falling tone (huyền).
Is thư hùng a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. thư hùng is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 雌雄.