Vietnamese Learning Articles
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Vietnamese Abbreviations & Shortcuts (Viết Tắt): cx, ck, vk
Vietnamese abbreviations and short forms (viết tắt) explained: chat shortcuts like cx, k, dc, ck and vk, plus acronyms like UBND and TP.HCM, with examples.
Vietnamese Kinship Terms & Pronouns Chart: Anh, Chị, Cô, Chú
Vietnamese kinship terms and pronouns chart: what to call people by age, family words like cô, chú, bác, cáºu and dì by family side, and what to call yourself.
VÃ o and Ra - Vietnamese Directional Verbs and Cultural Thinking
Vietnamese và o and ra are not just about entering and exiting — they contain cultural mindset. Why do you say và o Sà i Gòn to go to Ho Chi Minh City, but ra quê to go to the countryside? This article helps you understand Vietnamese directional verbs deeply.
Vietnamese Proficiency Tests Comparison - Choose the Right Certification
Complete comparison of Vietnamese language proficiency tests including HANU-VLPT, VNU-VLPT, and other certifications. Get registration info, exam structure, and preparation tips to choose the best Vietnamese certification for you.
Beginner's Guide to Vietnamese - Learn Vietnamese from Scratch
A complete guide to learning Vietnamese from scratch! Covers the pronunciation system, basic vocabulary, grammar structure, and learning resources. The perfect Vietnamese tutorial for English speakers to master the fundamentals.
Vietnamese Modal Particles - Complete Guide to ạ, ơi, vâng, nhé
Master Vietnamese modal particles! Learn the meaning and usage of anh ơi, chị ơi, vâng ạ, dạ, nhé, and đúng rồi ạ. These small words make your Vietnamese sound natural and native!
Vietnamese Vowel Rules (Spelling Rules) – What Syllables Are Possible?
Vietnamese spelling looks complex, but follows strict logical patterns. Learn the vowel rules that let you instantly judge whether any syllable is legal — the same intuition native speakers use to say "that spelling looks wrong."
Vietnamese Keyboard: Telex vs VNI and How to Type Vietnamese
Telex vs VNI compared: the keys for each tone mark and vowel, practice exercises, and Vietnamese keyboard setup on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.