Vietnamese Grammar

A1 — Beginner 1

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hơn — Comparisons (More Than) in Vietnamese

Learn how to use hơn for comparisons in Vietnamese. Master 'more than' structures with clear examples, common mistakes, and practice tips for A1 learners.

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và — And in Vietnamese

Learn how to use 'và' (and) in Vietnamese. Includes examples, common mistakes, and tips for A1 learners.

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thường, hay — Often and Usually in Vietnamese

Learn Vietnamese frequency words thường and hay meaning often/usually. Clear examples, common mistakes, and usage tips for A1 beginners.

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đi — Invitation & 'Let's Go' in Vietnamese

Learn how to use 'đi' in Vietnamese to make invitations and suggestions. Master the 'Let's go' pattern with examples, mistakes, and cultural tips.

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rất và quá — Very and Too in Vietnamese

Learn how to use rất (very) and quá (too/extremely) with adjectives in Vietnamese. A1-level guide with examples, mistakes, and cultural notes.

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Chủ + Động + Tân — Vietnamese Sentence Structure (SVO)

Learn the fundamental SVO (Subject-Verb-Object) sentence structure in Vietnamese for A1 level learners. Master basic sentence formation with clear examples and common mistakes.

cái, con, người — Vietnamese Classifiers

Learn the fundamental Vietnamese classifiers cái, con, and người for A1 level. Understand their usage for inanimate objects, animals, and people, common mistakes, and cultural nuances.

là — To Be in Vietnamese

Master 'là' — the Vietnamese verb 'to be' for beginners. Learn its meaning, usage, common structures, and avoid typical mistakes at A1 level to speak Vietnamese correctly.

không — Negation (Not)

Learn how to use 'không' for negation in Vietnamese. This A1 grammar guide covers meaning, structure, examples, and common mistakes.

tôi, bạn, anh, chị — Personal Pronouns

Master Vietnamese personal pronouns: tôi, bạn, anh, chị. Learn their nuanced usage, cultural context, and how to address people correctly in daily conversations. A1 level guide.

có...không — Yes/No Questions

Learn how to form essential yes/no questions in Vietnamese using the 'có...không' pattern, with detailed explanations, examples, and common mistakes.

hôm nay, hôm qua, ngày mai — Basic Time Words

Learn the essential Vietnamese time words hôm nay (today), hôm qua (yesterday), and ngày mai (tomorrow) for A1 level communication. Understand usage, structure, and common mistakes.

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cảm ơn, xin lỗi — Thank You, Sorry

Learn how to politely say 'thank you' (cảm ơn) and 'sorry' (xin lỗi) in Vietnamese. Master A1-level expressions for gratitude and apologies in various contexts.

cho tôi — Give Me / I'd Like

Learn how to use 'cho tôi' in Vietnamese for polite requests, ordering food, and shopping. Essential A1 grammar for everyday communication.

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chúng tôi vs chúng ta — Exclusive vs Inclusive 'We'

Learn the crucial distinction between chúng tôi (exclusive 'we') and chúng ta (inclusive 'we') in Vietnamese. Master these pronouns for accurate communication in A1 level.

cốc, ly, chai — Classifiers for Drinks

Learn how to use Vietnamese classifiers cốc, ly, and chai for drinks. Understand Northern vs. Southern usage and common mistakes for A1 learners.

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quyển, cuốn — Classifiers for Books

Learn how to use the Vietnamese classifiers 'quyển' and 'cuốn' for books, notebooks, and similar items with comprehensive explanations and examples.

tô, bát, đĩa — Classifiers for Food Containers

Master A1 Vietnamese classifiers tô, bát, đĩa for food containers. Learn how to order dishes and describe meals naturally in Vietnamese with correct usage and examples.

có thể...không? — Can I? / Is It Possible?

Learn how to use 'có thể...không?' in Vietnamese to ask about ability, permission, or possibility. Master this A1 grammar point for natural communication.

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rồi — Completion Marker (Already/Finished)

Learn how to use 'rồi' in Vietnamese to express completion, 'already,' or 'finished.' A comprehensive A1 guide with examples, common mistakes, and cultural insights.

phải không — Confirmation Questions

Learn how to form confirmation questions in Vietnamese using 'phải không?' (right? isn't it?). Essential A1 grammar for natural conversations.

này, kia, đó — This, That, Over There

Learn the essential Vietnamese demonstratives này, kia, and đó to accurately express 'this,' 'that,' and 'over there' based on proximity. A comprehensive A1 guide with examples.

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sẽ — Future Tense Marker

Learn how to use 'sẽ' in Vietnamese to form the future tense. Understand its meaning, structure, common mistakes, and practice tips for A1 learners.

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xin chào, chào — Greetings in Vietnamese

Learn how to say hello and goodbye in Vietnamese with 'xin chào' and 'chào'. Understand formal vs informal usage, regional differences, and common mistakes for A1 learners.

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có — To Have / To Exist

Learn how to use 'có' in Vietnamese, a fundamental A1 grammar point meaning 'to have' or 'there is/are'. Includes examples, common mistakes, and practice tips.

không phải — Is Not (Noun Negation)

Learn how to use 'không phải' in Vietnamese to say 'is not' for noun negation. A1 grammar with examples, common mistakes, and practice tips.

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thích — To Like, To Enjoy, To Be Fond Of

Learn how to use 'thích' in Vietnamese to express liking, enjoyment, and fondness. Comprehensive guide with examples and common mistakes for A1 learners.

chưa — Not Yet / Have Not Yet

Learn the Vietnamese word 'chưa' (not yet) for expressing unfinished actions or states. Master its usage, common structures, and avoid typical mistakes with examples.

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bây giờ, lúc này — Now, At This Moment

Learn how to use 'bây giờ' and 'lúc này' to say 'now' or 'at this moment' in Vietnamese. Essential A1 grammar for learners.

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Số đếm — Vietnamese Numbers 1-100

Master Vietnamese numbers 1-100 (số đếm) with this comprehensive A1 guide. Learn pronunciation, patterns, and essential usage for beginners.

hay — Or (In Questions)

Learn how to use 'hay' in Vietnamese to ask 'or' questions. Master essential A1 grammar for choices and alternatives in daily conversation.

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đã — Past Tense Marker

Learn how to use 'đã' in Vietnamese to talk about past events. Comprehensive A1 guide with examples, common mistakes, and cultural notes.

các — Plural Marker

Master 'các' as the plural marker in Vietnamese for A1 learners. Learn its meaning, structure, and common uses with detailed examples.

của — Possession (Of)

Learn how to use 'của' in Vietnamese to express possession, ownership, and origin at A1 level. Includes examples, common mistakes, and cultural notes.

ở — Location Marker (At/In)

Master the Vietnamese word 'ở' (at/in) for A1 learners. Learn its meaning, usage, sentence structures, and avoid common mistakes with practical examples and cultural notes.

với — With, Together, To

Master 'với' in Vietnamese for 'with', 'together', and expressing interaction. An essential A1 grammar point for beginners.

trong, trên, dưới — In, On, Under

Learn the Vietnamese prepositions 'trong' (in), 'trên' (on), and 'dưới' (under) for A1 level. Master their usage with examples and common mistakes.

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đang — Present Progressive

Learn how to use 'đang' in Vietnamese to express actions happening now. Essential A1 grammar for present progressive sentences. Includes examples and common mistakes.

em — Younger Person Pronoun

Learn how to use 'em' in Vietnamese, a versatile pronoun for younger individuals, siblings, or affectionately addressing peers. Essential A1 Vietnamese grammar for beginners.

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nó, họ — Third Person Pronouns

Master 'nó' (it/he/she) and 'họ' (they) in Vietnamese. Learn polite usage, common pitfalls, and practical tips for A1 learners. Essential Vietnamese pronouns.

ông, bà — Formal Pronouns for Elders

Learn how to use 'ông' and 'bà' in Vietnamese to respectfully address or refer to elders. Essential A1 grammar for politeness and proper communication.

ai — Who? (Question Word)

Learn how to use 'ai' (who/whom) in Vietnamese to ask questions about people. Comprehensive guide with examples for A1 learners.

bao nhiêu, mấy — How Many/Much?

Learn the crucial difference between 'bao nhiêu' and 'mấy' in Vietnamese to ask about quantities and age, essential for A1 beginners.

chưa? — Asking if Something Has Happened Yet

Learn how to use "chưa?" in Vietnamese to ask "Have you done it yet?" or "Is it yet?" for A1 learners. Comprehensive guide with examples.

gì, cái gì — What?

Master 'gì' and 'cái gì' (what) in Vietnamese with this A1 grammar guide. Learn usage, structure, common mistakes, and cultural context for asking questions about objects and actions.

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khi nào, bao giờ — When?

Learn how to ask 'When?' in Vietnamese using khi nào and bao giờ, including formal/informal usage and common sentence structures. A1 level grammar.

nào — Which? in Vietnamese

Learn how to use 'nào' (which?) in Vietnamese. Clear explanations, example sentences, common mistakes, and practice tips for A1 beginners.

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như thế nào — How? (Manner/Degree)

Learn how to use 'như thế nào' in Vietnamese to ask about 'how' something is done or its degree. Essential A1 grammar for learners.

ở đâu — Where?

Learn how to use 'ở đâu' in Vietnamese to ask 'where?' Discover meaning, structure, examples, and common mistakes for A1 learners. Master location questions in Vietnamese.

tại sao, vì sao — Why?

Learn to use 'tại sao' and 'vì sao' in Vietnamese to ask 'why'. Master their meaning, structure, and usage in A1 level conversations.

vâng, dạ, ừ — Saying Yes in Vietnamese

Master saying 'yes' in Vietnamese with vâng, dạ, and ừ. Learn their formal, informal, Northern, and Southern usages to communicate politely and effectively in various social situations.

đây là — This Is in Vietnamese

Learn how to use 'đây là' (this is) in Vietnamese. Master introductions, identifications, and presentations with A1-level examples and tips.

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đến — To Come / To Arrive in Vietnamese

Learn how to use đến in Vietnamese — meaning 'to come' or 'to arrive'. A1-level guide with examples, common mistakes, and usage tips.

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đi — To Go in Vietnamese

Master đi (to go) in Vietnamese: movement, transportation, imperative softener. Examples, common mistakes, and A1 practice tips.

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muốn — Want To

Learn how to use 'muốn' in Vietnamese to express wanting to do something or wanting something. Essential A1 grammar for learners.

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