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In Vietnam, a greeting is more than just a word - it’s a way to express respect, warmth, and connection. Every ‘hello’ carries its own rhythm, tone, and emotion. Stay tuned for "Speak a like a local" exclusively airing on Vietnam Today!
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Counting and asking for number in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 23:04In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Ethan Kelly breaks down Vietnamese numbers, from everyday counting to decoding phone numbers like a true local. Find out which Vietnamese numbers bring luck and which ones locals avoid.
Asking and telling the time in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Culture & Tourism 14:26Time matters everywhere - but in Vietnam, asking for the time can also be a friendly way to connect. In this episode of Speak Like a Local, host Ethan Kelly learns how to ask for the time and discovers a funny local phrase: “giờ cao su” - “rubber time” to tease your friends when they’re late!
Days, Dates, Months and the Lunar Calendar in Vietnamese | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 16:49To 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.
How to Ask Age & The Story of Vietnamese Zodiac | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 18:00This time on Speak Like a Local, host Trey Rives explores one simple question: “How old are you?” - “bạn bao nhiêu tuổi” opens a new window into Vietnamese culture. We’ll learn how to ask age naturally and uncover the secret behind the 12 zodiac animals - the unique system Vietnamese people use to understand age, personality, and destiny.
Vietnamese Greetings | Speak like a local
Learn Vietnamese 16:28In Vietnam, a greeting is more than just a word - it’s a way to express respect, warmth, and connection. Every ‘hello’ carries its own rhythm, tone, and emotion.
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