Á châu
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Vietnamese[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Sino-Vietnamese word from 亞洲, composed of 亞 (“Asia”) and 洲 (“continent”).
Pronunciation[edit]
- (Hà Nội) IPA(key): [ʔaː˧˦ t͡ɕəw˧˧]
- (Huế) IPA(key): [ʔaː˨˩˦ t͡ɕəw˧˧]
- (Hồ Chí Minh City) IPA(key): [ʔaː˦˥ cəw˧˧]
Proper noun[edit]
Usage notes[edit]
This term is most commonly used instead of châu Á in overseas Vietnamese communities. It remains in the names of numerous companies, educational institutions, and other organizations.