Significado
Used to make a polite request.
Contexto cultural
In Hanoi and the North, politeness markers like 'Làm ơn' are used frequently with strangers to maintain a sense of formal decorum and social distance. In Saigon and the South, people often prefer the word 'giùm' at the end of a sentence, which feels warmer and more casual than 'Làm ơn'. In Vietnamese offices, 'Làm ơn' is used to soften requests between colleagues of different ranks to avoid sounding like a dictator. The concept of 'Ơn' is central to Vietnamese morality, implying that every favor received should eventually be returned, creating a web of social bonds.
The Pronoun Power-Up
Always add a pronoun after 'Làm ơn' (e.g., 'Làm ơn cho *tôi*') to sound more natural and clear.
Don't Over-Please
Using 'Làm ơn' in every single sentence can make you sound like a robot. Use it once per request.
Significado
Used to make a polite request.
The Pronoun Power-Up
Always add a pronoun after 'Làm ơn' (e.g., 'Làm ơn cho *tôi*') to sound more natural and clear.
Don't Over-Please
Using 'Làm ơn' in every single sentence can make you sound like a robot. Use it once per request.
The Southern Switch
If you are in Ho Chi Minh City, try using 'giùm' at the end of your sentence to instantly sound more like a local.
Smile is Key
In Vietnam, a smile while saying 'Làm ơn' is just as important as the words themselves for showing sincerity.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence to ask for a coffee politely.
_______ cho tôi một ly cà phê.
'Làm ơn' is used to make a request, while 'Cảm ơn' is for thanking.
Which sentence is the most natural for a traveler asking for help?
How do you ask for help?
In Vietnamese, the polite marker 'Làm ơn' usually comes at the beginning of the sentence.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are at a formal hotel and see a sign about not smoking.
'Vui lòng' is the standard for formal signs and public notices.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: _______ cho tôi hỏi đường đến bưu điện? B: Đi thẳng 200m là thấy.
'Làm ơn' is the perfect way to start a question when asking for directions.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejercicios_______ cho tôi một ly cà phê.
'Làm ơn' is used to make a request, while 'Cảm ơn' is for thanking.
How do you ask for help?
In Vietnamese, the polite marker 'Làm ơn' usually comes at the beginning of the sentence.
Situation: You are at a formal hotel and see a sign about not smoking.
'Vui lòng' is the standard for formal signs and public notices.
A: _______ cho tôi hỏi đường đến bưu điện? B: Đi thẳng 200m là thấy.
'Làm ơn' is the perfect way to start a question when asking for directions.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, but it's less common. It sounds more like an afterthought or a plea. 'Cho tôi nước, làm ơn.'
Mostly, but it's slightly more formal. In casual Vietnamese, we often use other words like 'nhé' or 'giùm'.
You don't usually say 'Vâng, làm ơn'. Instead, say 'Làm ơn' followed by the action, or just 'Dạ, cảm ơn' (Yes, thank you).
This is a set phrase used when someone is begging or asking for a very large favor. It's very dramatic.
With strangers, yes, it can sound demanding. With friends, it's actually more polite *not* to use it.
'Làm ơn' is for speaking and personal requests. 'Vui lòng' is for formal writing and signs.
No. Never. Use 'Không có chi' or 'Không có gì' for 'You're welcome'.
The phrase stays the same, but you must use the correct pronoun for the elder (e.g., 'Làm ơn bác giúp cháu').
Yes, it's very common in professional emails when asking for a task to be done.
It sounds like the 'u' in 'burn' but without the 'r' sound. It's a flat, neutral tone.
Frases relacionadas
Cảm ơn
similarThank you
Vui lòng
specialized formPlease (formal)
Giúp tôi
builds onHelp me
Nhờ
similarTo ask a favor
Làm phước
specialized formTo do a good deed
