COMMON VIETNAMESE PHRASES YOU SHOULD KNOW – PART 1

Although many Vietnamese people can speak English, it does not mean that everyone can, so if foreigners can know a little Vietnamese, they will feel easier when living, studying or working in Vietnam! Especially, if you can use some common phrases in Vietnamese, local people will love you more because Vietnamese people are very hospitable and friendly.

Let’s take a look at some common phrases used in Vietnamese with Jellyfish!

1. Useful Vietnamese phrases for greetings

Vietnamese greeting phrases that you definitely know when staying in Vietnam, even if you are just a tourist and living here for a short time.

Here are some of the most common Vietnamese phrases in greetings for your reference:

If you plan to travel to or live in Vietnam, you should get acquainted with these common Vietnamese phrases as you will likely use them very often while staying here!

See more: Vietnamese Grammar for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide

2. Useful Vietnamese phrases to introduce yourself

Introducing yourself is also one of the most basic and prominent topics in Vietnam, especially for foreigners who have just arrived in Vietnam or have just transferred for work.

• Tôi tên là/Tên của tôi là + your name: I’m…./My name is….
• Tôi + age + tuổi: I’m …. years old
• Tôi đến từ + country: I’m from …..
• Tôi là người + country: I’m…. (Tôi là người Việt Nam: I’m Vietnamese)
• Tôi là + career: I’m + career (Tôi là giáo viên: I’m a teacher)
• Tôi thích + hobby: I like + …. (Tôi thích đọc sách: I like reading).

See more: Vietnamese Alphabet | Best guide for beginners

3. Using Vietnamese phrases to give directions

Here is a list of common phrases and sentences used to ask and give directions: 

4. Using Vietnamese phrases to go shopping – Vietnamese phrases to know

Here are some Vietnamese phrases/sentences used to go shopping that you should know:

5. Basic Vietnamese conversation phrases in eateries, restaurants

In Vietnam, there are tons of famous dishes such as: Pho, Bun cha, spring roll, bread, pancake,etc. It will be insufficient if you come to Vietnam without enjoying these dishes. In order to be more proactive when visiting and enjoying food, you should know some common Vietnamese phrases used in eateries and restaurants.

Here are some Vietnamese phrases, sentences you should know when coming to the eateries, restaurants: 

6. Useful Vietnamese phrases in emergency circumstances

In addition to Vietnamese phrases that are frequently used in daily life, you should also know Vietnamese phrases/sentences used in emergency circumstances. 

Despite the fact that it is not used generally, these Vietnamese phrases cannot be ignored.

Above is a summary of the most common Vietnamese phrases and sentences that you should know. 

Hope this article provides you with useful information!

In general, these phrases are also very simple, right? However, just by learning these individual phrases, you will not be able to talk to Vietnamese people. So if you really want to communicate with Vietnamese people or live and work, learn Vietnamese culture, find yourself a suitable Vietnamese language center!

For more information about the Vietnamese Language Program for foreigners, please contact us at the following information:

Jellyfish Education Vietnam – Hotline: 0961.106.466

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