uất ức
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
uất ức means to be indignant; to writhe in; to grieve.
Meanings of uất ức in English
Verb
- to be indignant; to writhe in; to grieve
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 鬱抑.
Frequently asked questions
What does uất ức mean in English?
uất ức (verb) means "to be indignant; to writhe in; to grieve".
How do you pronounce uất ức?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔwət̚˧˦ ʔɨk̚˧˦]; Saigon [(ʔ)wək̚˦˥ ʔɨk̚˦˥]. Tones: uất — rising tone (sắc), ức — rising tone (sắc).
Is uất ức a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. uất ức is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 鬱抑.