1. Introduction
Learning greetings is the first step in communicating in Vietnamese. Greetings are simple but important in daily life.
2. Common Greetings
| Vietnamese | English | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Xin chào | Hello | General greeting |
| Chào buổi sáng | Good morning | Morning greeting |
| Chào buổi chiều | Good afternoon | Afternoon greeting |
| Chào buổi tối | Good evening | Evening greeting |
| Cảm ơn | Thank you | Polite expression |
| Xin lỗi | Sorry / Excuse me | Apology or attention |
3. Tips for Using Greetings
- Always use polite forms with strangers or elders.
- Practice saying greetings aloud to get correct tones.
- Combine greetings with gestures like slight bow or smile to sound natural.

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