yên trí
verbadjective
Hanoi [ʔiən˧˧ t͡ɕi˧˦]Huế [ʔiəŋ˧˧ ʈɪj˨˩˦]Saigon [ʔiəŋ˧˧ ʈɪj˦˥] browser voice
Each syllable carries one of six tones; the mark on the vowel tells you which. How the six tones sound →
yên trí means to rest assured; to be confident; to be at ease.
Meanings of yên trí in English
Verb
- to rest assured; to be confident; to be at ease
Adjective
- reassured; confident; at ease
Etymology
Sino-Vietnamese word from 安 (“to pacify”) and 智 (“wisdom; mind”). Compare 安心 (yên tâm).
Frequently asked questions
What does yên trí mean in English?
yên trí (verb) means "to rest assured; to be confident; to be at ease".
How do you pronounce yên trí?
IPA: Hanoi [ʔiən˧˧ t͡ɕi˧˦]; Saigon [ʔiəŋ˧˧ ʈɪj˦˥]. Tones: yên — level tone (ngang), trí — rising tone (sắc).