Signification
Used when leaving or ending a conversation.
Contexte culturel
People often add 'ạ' at the end of sentences to show respect to those older than them. The tone is often softer, and people might use 'nha' instead of 'nhé' for a friendly touch. In professional settings, a slight bow or nod while saying 'Tạm biệt' is standard practice. Young people frequently use 'Bye' or 'Bái bai' instead of the more traditional 'Tạm biệt'.
Add a particle
Always add 'nhé' or 'ạ' to make your goodbye sound natural and polite.
Body language
A small wave or a nod goes a long way in Vietnamese culture.
Signification
Used when leaving or ending a conversation.
Add a particle
Always add 'nhé' or 'ạ' to make your goodbye sound natural and polite.
Body language
A small wave or a nod goes a long way in Vietnamese culture.
Don't use as hello
It is strictly for departures. Using it as a greeting will confuse people.
Teste-toi
Which is the correct way to say goodbye?
When leaving a store, you say:
Tạm biệt is the standard phrase for leaving.
Fill in the blank with the correct particle.
Tạm biệt ____ (to show respect to an elder).
Ạ is the standard particle for showing respect to elders.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are leaving your friend's house.
Tạm biệt nhé is perfect for a casual, friendly departure.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tôi phải đi rồi. B: ________
Tạm biệt is the appropriate response to someone leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesWhen leaving a store, you say:
Tạm biệt is the standard phrase for leaving.
Tạm biệt ____ (to show respect to an elder).
Ạ is the standard particle for showing respect to elders.
You are leaving your friend's house.
Tạm biệt nhé is perfect for a casual, friendly departure.
A: Tôi phải đi rồi. B: ________
Tạm biệt is the appropriate response to someone leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it is strictly for departures.
It is neutral and works in almost all situations.
It adds respect for elders.
Yes, especially among young people.
Tạm biệt is temporary; Vĩnh biệt is permanent.
A slight nod is common in formal settings.
Yes, it is very common.
It is similar, but 'Hẹn gặp lại' is more direct.
No, it is gender-neutral.
It's still correct, just less polite.
Expressions liées
Hẹn gặp lại
similarSee you again
Chào
contrastHello/Goodbye
Vĩnh biệt
contrastFarewell (forever)
Đi nhé
similarI'm going
