vốn dĩ
adverb
Hanoi [von˧˦ zi˦ˀ˥]Huế [voŋ˦˧˥ jɪj˧˨]Saigon [voŋ˦˥ jɪj˨˩˦] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
vốn dĩ means essentially; intrinsically; originally.
Meanings of vốn dĩ in English
Adverb
- essentially; intrinsically; originally
- Việc này vốn dĩ rất nguy hiểm.The work is inherently very dangerous.
Etymology
vốn + dĩ (已).
Frequently asked questions
What does vốn dĩ mean in English?
vốn dĩ (adverb) means "essentially; intrinsically; originally".
How do you pronounce vốn dĩ?
IPA: Hanoi [von˧˦ zi˦ˀ˥]; Saigon [voŋ˦˥ jɪj˨˩˦]. Tones: vốn — rising tone (sắc), dĩ — creaky rising tone (ngã).