xinh
/sin/
beautiful
Cô ấy rất xinh.
She is very beautiful.
informal
Attractive or pleasing to the eye; beautiful.
Em có một cô em gái xinh đẹp.
I have a beautiful younger sister.
Commonly used to describe people, objects, or scenery.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Compliments
Use 'xinh' to compliment someone's appearance in a friendly and polite way.
Gold Rule
Gender-Neutral
While often used for women, 'xinh' can describe anyone or anything beautiful.
Word Origin
From Sino-Vietnamese 靚 (lĩnh), meaning 'beautiful' or 'attractive'.
Usage Notes
Often used to describe women or children, but can also refer to objects or nature. Can be used as an adjective or adverb.
Word Breakdown
xinh
beautiful
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh