maenz

Zhuang

Pronunciation

• (Standard Zhuang) IPA^(key): /man˧˩/
• Tone numbers: maen²
• Hyphenation: maenz

Etymology 1

(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)

Classifier

maenz (1957–1982 spelling mənƨ)

1. yuan
2. (dated) Classifier for copper coins.

Etymology 2

From Proto-Tai *manᴬ (“yam”). Cognate with Thai มัน (man), Lao ມັນ (man), Shan မၼ်း (mán), Ahom 𑜉𑜃𑜫 (man).

Noun

maenz (1957–1982 spelling mənƨ)

1. sweet potato (plant or tuber)

Derived terms

• maenzbwn
• maenzbyaj
• maenzfaex
• maenzgat

 

Etymology 3

Verb

maenz (1957–1982 spelling mənƨ)

1. can; to be able to
2. to dare