vĩnh viễn
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
vĩnh viễn means everlasting; long-lasting; permanent.
Meanings of vĩnh viễn in English
Adjective
- everlasting; long-lasting; permanent; for ever
Adverb
- permanently; for ever; for good; once and for all
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 永遠.
Frequently asked questions
What does vĩnh viễn mean in English?
vĩnh viễn (adjective) means "everlasting; long-lasting; permanent".
How do you pronounce vĩnh viễn?
IPA: Hanoi [vïŋ˦ˀ˥ viən˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [vɨn˨˩˦ viəŋ˨˩˦]. Tones: vĩnh — creaky rising tone (ngã), viễn — creaky rising tone (ngã).
Is vĩnh viễn a Sino-Vietnamese word?
Yes. vĩnh viễn is a Sino-Vietnamese word from the Chinese characters 永遠.