Significado
Changing currency at a bank or booth.
Contexto cultural
Gold shops (tiệm vàng) are often the preferred place for locals to exchange money due to better rates and lack of bureaucracy compared to banks. Before Tết, people flock to banks to 'đổi tiền mới' (exchange for new bills) to give as lucky money (lì xì). Crisp, new bills are a sign of respect and good luck. When exchanging money at a bank, you must present your passport. Banks are very strict about the physical condition of the bills; even a small tear can lead to rejection. In tourist areas like Hanoi's Old Quarter, many travel agencies also offer 'đổi tiền' services, making it very convenient for travelers who don't want to find a bank.
Check your bills
Always check that the bills you receive are not torn or too old, as you might have trouble spending them or 'đổi' them back later.
Avoid 'Chợ Đen'
While rates might look tempting, exchanging money with random people on the street (black market) is illegal and risky.
Significado
Changing currency at a bank or booth.
Check your bills
Always check that the bills you receive are not torn or too old, as you might have trouble spending them or 'đổi' them back later.
Avoid 'Chợ Đen'
While rates might look tempting, exchanging money with random people on the street (black market) is illegal and risky.
Gold Shop Etiquette
In a gold shop, you don't need to wait in a formal line. Just catch the eye of a staff member and state your business clearly.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to complete the sentence: 'Tôi muốn ____ tiền.'
Tôi muốn ____ tiền.
'Đổi' is the correct verb for exchanging money. 'Mua' (buy), 'Bán' (sell), and 'Trả' (pay) are incorrect in this context.
Which phrase is most appropriate when asking for the exchange rate?
How do you ask for the exchange rate?
'Tỷ giá' means exchange rate. This is the standard way to ask.
Match the phrase to the correct location.
Where would you most likely say 'Cho tôi đổi một ít tiền lẻ'?
You usually need small change (tiền lẻ) for small purchases at local shops.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Chào anh, tôi muốn đổi 200 đô sang tiền Việt. B: Dạ được, ________ hôm nay là 25.000 ạ.
The teller is providing the exchange rate (tỷ giá).
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Đổi vs. Thay
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosTôi muốn ____ tiền.
'Đổi' is the correct verb for exchanging money. 'Mua' (buy), 'Bán' (sell), and 'Trả' (pay) are incorrect in this context.
How do you ask for the exchange rate?
'Tỷ giá' means exchange rate. This is the standard way to ask.
Where would you most likely say 'Cho tôi đổi một ít tiền lẻ'?
You usually need small change (tiền lẻ) for small purchases at local shops.
A: Chào anh, tôi muốn đổi 200 đô sang tiền Việt. B: Dạ được, ________ hôm nay là 25.000 ạ.
The teller is providing the exchange rate (tỷ giá).
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasMost major banks like Vietcombank, BIDV, and Techcombank offer currency exchange, but smaller branches might not have all currencies in stock.
Yes, at banks it is a legal requirement. At gold shops, it is often not required for smaller amounts.
US Dollars (USD) are the most widely accepted for 'đổi tiền', followed by Euros (EUR) and Japanese Yen (JPY).
Yes, you can use it for that, but adding 'lẻ' (đổi tiền lẻ) makes it much clearer that you want smaller change.
Vietnamese exchange points are extremely picky. Any ink marks, small tears, or heavy creases can lead to a bill being rejected.
Generally yes, especially well-known ones like those on Ha Trung street in Hanoi or near Ben Thanh market in Saigon.
You say: 'Tỷ giá bao nhiêu?'
Yes, but you usually need to show your original exchange receipt or a flight ticket to prove you are a traveler.
For tourists, there are usually no strict limits for reasonable amounts, but very large transactions at banks will require documentation.
It means exchanging old bills for brand new, crisp ones, usually done before the Lunar New Year.
Frases relacionadas
Rút tiền
similarTo withdraw money
Chuyển tiền
similarTo transfer money
Nạp tiền
similarTo top up / deposit money
Tiền lẻ
builds onSmall change
