Việt gian
noun
Hanoi [viət̚˧˨ʔ zaːn˧˧]Huế [viək̚˨˩ʔ jaːŋ˧˧]Saigon [viək̚˨˩˨ jaːŋ˧˧] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
Việt gian means Vietnamese traitor; Vietnamese collaborating with the enemy.
Meanings of Việt gian in English
Noun
- derogatory Vietnamese traitor; Vietnamese collaborating with the enemy
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 越 (“Vietnam”) and 奸 (“traitor”).
Frequently asked questions
What does Việt gian mean in English?
Việt gian (noun) means "Vietnamese traitor; Vietnamese collaborating with the enemy".
How do you pronounce Việt gian?
IPA: Hanoi [viət̚˧˨ʔ zaːn˧˧]; Saigon [viək̚˨˩˨ jaːŋ˧˧]. Tones: việt — heavy tone (nặng), gian — level tone (ngang).