Thảo
Thảo is the Vietnamese given name for thao.
Did you know?
- While thảo means 'grass' as a name, it also refers to 'cursive script' in the context of East Asian calligraphy, which is known for its flowing and rapid strokes.
- In Vietnamese, the word thảo can also mean 'kind' or 'filial' when used in specific compound words like hiếu thảo, describing a person who respects their parents.
- Vietnamese names like Thảo are traditionally unisex, though in modern times it is more frequently given to girls.
Examples in context
- Cô Thảo, có thể giúp tôi được không?Miss Thao, can you help me?
- Tên cô ấy là Thảo.Her name is Thao.
- Tôi vừa gặp Thảo ở trường.I just met Thao at school.
- Thảo là bạn thân của tôi.Thao is my close friend.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a classmate in a cafe.
- NamBạn có biết Thảo không?Do you know Thao?
- ChiCó, mình rất quý Thảo.Yes, I really like Thao.
- NamThảo học rất giỏi.Thao is very good at studying.
- ChiĐúng vậy, cô ấy rất thông minh.That's right, she is very smart.