뜻
The act of buying things.
문화적 배경
Haggling (mặc cả) is common in traditional markets but rare in modern 'trung tâm mua sắm' (malls). If you see a price tag, don't haggle! Livestream shopping is huge. People spend hours 'mua sắm' by watching influencers on TikTok or Shopee. ‘Sắm Tết’ is a sacred ritual. It's believed that buying new things brings fresh energy and luck for the new year. Shopping is rarely a solo activity. Vietnamese people love to go 'mua sắm' in groups of friends or family as a social outing.
Use 'đi'!
Always remember to add 'đi' (go) before 'mua sắm' to sound more natural when talking about the activity.
Tone matters
Be careful with 'mua' (buy) vs 'mùa' (season). If you say 'mùa sắm,' people might think you're talking about a 'shopping season' (which exists, but isn't what you mean).
뜻
The act of buying things.
Use 'đi'!
Always remember to add 'đi' (go) before 'mua sắm' to sound more natural when talking about the activity.
Tone matters
Be careful with 'mua' (buy) vs 'mùa' (season). If you say 'mùa sắm,' people might think you're talking about a 'shopping season' (which exists, but isn't what you mean).
Online shopping terms
Learn 'chốt đơn' (to finalize an order). It's the slang term everyone uses when they decide to buy something while shopping online.
The 'Open' Customer
If you are the first person to 'mua sắm' in a shop in the morning, you are the 'người mở hàng.' Sellers will be extra nice to you because they believe you bring luck for the whole day!
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Cuối tuần, tôi thích đi _______ ở trung tâm thương mại.
‘Trung tâm thương mại’ (shopping mall) is the perfect place for 'mua sắm'.
Which sentence is correct for buying food for dinner?
How do you say 'I go to the market to buy food'?
‘Đi chợ’ is the natural phrase for buying daily food.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Bạn có muốn đi mua sắm không? B: _______
This is a logical response to an invitation to shop.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are on a website looking for a new phone.
Buying things on a website is 'online shopping' (mua sắm trực tuyến).
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
Where to Mua Sắm?
Modern
- • Trung tâm thương mại
- • Siêu thị
- • Cửa hàng tiện lợi
Digital
- • Shopee
- • Lazada
- • TikTok Shop
Traditional
- • Chợ (for food)
- • Cửa hàng tạp hóa
Mua Sắm vs. Đi Chợ
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Cuối tuần, tôi thích đi _______ ở trung tâm thương mại.
‘Trung tâm thương mại’ (shopping mall) is the perfect place for 'mua sắm'.
How do you say 'I go to the market to buy food'?
‘Đi chợ’ is the natural phrase for buying daily food.
A: Bạn có muốn đi mua sắm không? B: _______
This is a logical response to an invitation to shop.
Situation: You are on a website looking for a new phone.
Buying things on a website is 'online shopping' (mua sắm trực tuyến).
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
12 질문No, it can be for electronics, furniture, books, or any non-grocery items.
In very casual texting, yes. In speaking, it's better to say 'Tôi đi shopping.'
‘Mua’ is just the verb 'to buy.' ‘Mua sắm’ is the activity of 'shopping.'
You can say 'đi xem đồ' (go look at things) or 'đi ngắm đồ.'
It is neutral. It's safe to use with your boss, your friends, or a shopkeeper.
It means 'shopping center' or 'mall.'
No, just say 'mua sắm quần áo' directly.
Extremely! Apps like Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop are used daily by millions.
It's okay, but 'mua xe' is more common since it's a single big item.
It means 'shopping cart.' You'll see this everywhere when 'mua sắm' online.
You can ask 'Có giảm giá không?' (Is there a discount?)
Vietnamese loves compound words. Combining two similar meanings makes the concept feel more complete.
관련 표현
Đi chợ
similarGo to the market
Cửa hàng
specialized formStore/Shop
Giảm giá
builds onDiscount
Nghiện mua sắm
specialized formShopaholic
Hàng hóa
similarGoods/Merchandise
