cứng cỏi
Pronunciation
Northern
/kɨŋ˧˥ kɔ̰j˧˩˧/
Central
/kɨ̰ŋ˩˧ kɔj˧˩˨/
Southern
/kɨŋ˧˥ kɔj˨˩˦/
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unyielding; tough
Adjective
unyielding; tough
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Adjective
unyielding; tough Feelings, Appearance & Personality
Having a strong character and determination that is not easily influenced or defeated.
vi Cô ấy là một người phụ nữ rất cứng cỏi.
en She is a very tough woman with a strong character.
Parts
cứng
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Parts
cứng
Similar
vững vàng / kém cỏi / unyielding
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vững vàng / kém cỏi / unyielding
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cứng rắn / cứng ngắc / phần cứng / bìa cứng …
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cứng rắn / cứng ngắc / phần cứng / bìa cứng …
Questions and answers
What does “cứng cỏi” mean?
In English, “cứng cỏi” means “unyielding” / “tough”.