Days, Dates, Months and the Lunar Calendar in Vietnamese | Speak like a local

03/11/2025
14:39

To Vietnamese people, time is more than just numbers - it holds many meanings. Like how the first lunar and full moon days are special moments to remember ancestors, worship the gods, and pray for peace. Join our new host, Ethan Kelly, as he discovers how to ask about days, dates, and months and explores how the Vietnamese sense of time is deeply connected to tradition and spirituality.

Ordering coffee like a local | Speak like a local

Ordering coffee like a local | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 14:40

In Việt Nam, coffee is not just a drink, it is a culture! In this episode, we will learn how to order coffee like a true Vietnamese and understand how Vietnamese people enjoy their lives with just a cup of coffee!

Making wishes and giving lucky money | Speak like a local

Making wishes and giving lucky money | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 14:10

Welcome back to Speak Like a Local! Tết is here! Lì xì is coming soon! Did you get a lot of lucky money last year?

How much does this cost? | Speak like a local

How much does this cost? | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 14:20

In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Cee Jay takes you into Vietnam’s festive shopping spirit, from asking prices politely, choosing the right type, to bargaining just enough to keep things sweet. Speak Like a Local – How much does it cost? Only on Vietnam Today.

Expressing Feelings in Vietnamese | Speak like a local

Expressing Feelings in Vietnamese | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 14:35

In Vietnamese, there are many ways to express positive feelings - from liking and caring, to affection and love. To speak like a local, it’s not just about choosing the right word - it’s about matching emotion to context.

Highlight Expressing Feelings in Vietnamese | Speak like a local

Highlight Expressing Feelings in Vietnamese | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 00:59

In Vietnamese, there are many ways to express positive feelings - from liking and caring, to affection and love. To speak like a local, it’s not just about choosing the right word - it’s about matching emotion to context. Don’t miss Speak Like a Local - Expressing Feelings in Vietnamese, only on Vietnam Today!

How's the weather | Speak like a local

How's the weather | Speak like a local

Learn Vietnamese 14:07

Weather is the ultimate icebreaker everywhere – but in Vietnam, describing the heat is a whole other level of expression. In this episode of Speak Like a Local, let's learn how to talk about weather and discover unique local phrases to perfectly describe Vietnamese weather like an authentic local.