sênh tiền
[səjŋ̟˧˧ tiən˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) a percussion instrument used in traditional Vietnamese music, which is a combination of clapper, rasp, and jingle, made from three pieces of wood and old Chinese coins
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “sênh tiền” mean?
(noun) a percussion instrument used in traditional Vietnamese music, which is a combination of clapper, rasp, and jingle, made from three pieces of wood and old Chinese coins
Is “sênh tiền” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.