How to pronounce Bún thang

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ɓun˧˥ tʰaːŋ˧/. In plain English letters that is BOON TAHNG, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Bún thang?

Bún thang is a noodle dish of Vietnam. Where it comes from: Hanoi. People usually eat it at lunch or dinner. Its main ingredients are chicken, egg, pork and rice. It tastes fresh and savory.

Where Bún thang comes from

Bún thang is one of 36 signature dishes of Vietnam on this map. See all dishes from Hanoi.

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