What does “Chùa” mean in Vietnamese?
Chùa is a Buddhist place of worship (i.e., a Pagoda). They can be ancient places, or carnival-esque amusement parks. However, “Chúa” means Jesus Christ.
How to say “How are you doing today?” in Vietnamese?
“Ăn com chưa?” literally means “have you eaten yet?”, but what Vietnamese friends really mean is “How are you doing?”
Đà Nẵng: Best Travel Itinerary for One Week in Vietnam
Our list of the best things to do in Da Nang, strung together as an ideal one-week itinerary: beaches, cave-temples, mountain-hikes, and more
Why is everyone yelling “Em ơi!” in Vietnam and what does it mean?
If you sit in any cafe, you will hear shouts of “Em ơi!” every few minutes. It is the tip of the iceberg of an entire system of politeness in Vietnam.
What does “Xe Om” mean in Vietnamese
Xe om means “hold on” to a driver as you ride on their motorbike. It is also the best way for tourists to get around cities and rural areas.
What does “Người” mean in Vietnamese?
Người means “people”, but it also functions like the English suffix “-er” when attached to a verb (e.g., driver).
Myth-busting: “Why is Vietnam so poor?”
We dispel some myths about poverty in Vietnam. We use data and statistics to explain the growth of Vietnam vs. its Asian neighbours
Best Ways to Invest in Vietnam 2022: ETFs, Funds, P2P loans, and more
How to invest in Vietnam? The VNM ETF has terrible tracking error compared to the Vietnam Equity Index. Consider investing in Vietnam via these alternative vehicles: VOF, VCF, P2P loans, and other opportunities.
Dating Culture in Vietnam
Except for funny things like the role of Fortune-Tellers, dating in Vietnam is similar to the USA. We discuss the similarities and differences in dating between Vietnam and the West.
How do you say “fish” in Vietnamese?
Fish is “cá” in Vietnamese (pronounced like ga). But “cá” also includes some marine mammals, such as the “Pig Fish”…
What Does “Du Ma” Mean in Vietnamese?
“Đụ má” is a serious expletive in Vietnamese, equivalent to “f you” in English. It is to “địt mẹ” as “f you” is to “f**k you”.
How do you say Boyfriend/Girlfriend in Vietnamese?
There are many Vietnamese words that signify “romantic partners”. Bạn gái is girl friend, while Bạn trai is boyfriend.
Phô Mai vs Fromage: Vietnamese Words with French Origins
There are several interesting lessons in the “pho mát vs fromage” phenomenon that can help you learn the Vietnamese accent.
Pronunciation Guide with Audio: Tones, Vowels, Consonants
Introducing our new series of Vietnamese pronunciation guides with audio, covering: tones, consonants, digraphs, and vowels.
What does Quần mean in Vietnamese?
Quần is an example of overloading in Vietnamese: it means both “pants” as well as underwear, shorts, overalls and more
5 Most Underrated Travel Destinations in Vietnam
We identity some of the most underrated travel destinations in Vietnam. From the precipitous cliffs Ha Giang on the Chinese border, to the lonely lost beaches of Phu Yen.
How to Haggle for Bargains in Vietnam
There are great deals to be found in Vietnam, but Vietnamese shop-keeps are shrewd hagglers. Study these tips to get an edge.
How to Properly Pronounce Nguyễn in Vietnamese
Nguyễn can be anglicized to “win/when”, with an upward-pitch at the end, but the correct pronunciation is nearly impossible for foreigners, unless you learn this trick.
Why Are Vietnamese So Short?
“Stunting” was as high as 34% in Vietnam in the 1990’s. With better nutrition, the height of Vietnamese has changed. We use scientistic studies and personal to answer: “Why are Vietnamese so short?”
What does “nước” mean in Vietnamese?
Nước means anything liquidy, from drinking water (nước) to the sauce for bánh hỏi. As a traveller in Vietnam, you must know nước mía.