المعنى
The act of putting on clothes.
خلفية ثقافية
Vietnamese people value 'lịch sự' (politeness). When visiting someone's home or a public office, 'mặc quần áo' should be neat and not too revealing. Due to the four seasons, 'mặc quần áo' changes significantly throughout the year. In winter, people layer heavily, often wearing 'áo len' (sweaters) under 'áo khoác' (jackets). The weather is hot year-round, so 'mặc quần áo' is usually light and airy. The phrase 'bận đồ' is more common than 'mặc quần áo' in casual speech. During Tet, it is a tradition to 'mặc quần áo mới' (wear new clothes) to symbolize a fresh start and attract good luck for the new year.
Omit the object
If it's obvious you're talking about clothes, you can just say 'mặc' or 'thay đồ'.
The 'Wear' Trap
Don't translate 'wear' literally for everything. Check if it's a hat (đội) or shoes (đi) first!
المعنى
The act of putting on clothes.
Omit the object
If it's obvious you're talking about clothes, you can just say 'mặc' or 'thay đồ'.
The 'Wear' Trap
Don't translate 'wear' literally for everything. Check if it's a hat (đội) or shoes (đi) first!
Southern Style
Use 'bận đồ' if you are in Ho Chi Minh City to sound more like a local.
Complimenting
Saying 'Bạn mặc quần áo đẹp quá!' is a very common and appreciated compliment.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct verb for clothes.
Sáng nay, tôi ___ quần áo lúc 6 giờ.
We use 'mặc' for 'quần áo' (clothes).
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the natural Vietnamese sentence:
'Mặc' is correctly paired with 'quần áo ấm' (warm clothes).
Match the verb with the correct item.
Match the following:
These are the standard verb-object pairings for wearing items in Vietnamese.
Complete the dialogue.
Mẹ: 'Con đã ___ chưa?' - Con: 'Dạ, con đang mặc đây ạ.'
The response 'con đang mặc' indicates the question was about getting dressed.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are going to a wedding and want to look your best.
You wear 'beautiful clothes' (quần áo đẹp) to a wedding.
🎉 النتيجة: /5
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Verbs for Wearing
بنك التمارين
5 تمارينSáng nay, tôi ___ quần áo lúc 6 giờ.
We use 'mặc' for 'quần áo' (clothes).
Choose the natural Vietnamese sentence:
'Mặc' is correctly paired with 'quần áo ấm' (warm clothes).
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
These are the standard verb-object pairings for wearing items in Vietnamese.
Mẹ: 'Con đã ___ chưa?' - Con: 'Dạ, con đang mặc đây ạ.'
The response 'con đang mặc' indicates the question was about getting dressed.
You are going to a wedding and want to look your best.
You wear 'beautiful clothes' (quần áo đẹp) to a wedding.
🎉 النتيجة: /5
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةNo, you must use 'đeo' for a watch.
It is a collective noun, so it covers all the clothes you are wearing as a set.
'Mặc' is for clothes; 'mang' is often used for shoes or carrying things in the South.
Yes, 'mặc' is used for dresses (váy) as well.
Vietnamese uses 'mặc' for both. Context or markers like 'đang' help distinguish.
It is neutral and can be used in any situation.
It refers to someone's general style or how they present themselves.
Yes, 'mặc áo mưa' is correct.
No, you can just say 'mặc áo' or 'mặc quần' if you are referring to one item.
The opposite is 'cởi' (to take off).
Yes, but the South also uses 'bận đồ' frequently.
No, use 'đeo' for a backpack.
عبارات ذات صلة
Thay đồ
similarTo change clothes
Diện đồ
specialized formTo dress up
Thử đồ
specialized formTo try on clothes
Cởi quần áo
contrastTo undress
Phối đồ
builds onTo mix and match outfits
Ăn mặc
similarWay of dressing
