Chào mừng đến với Việt Nam
[t͡ɕaːw˨˩ mɨŋ˨˩ ʔɗen˧˦ vəːj˧˦ viət̚˧˨ʔ naːm˧˧]word by word
Chào mừng đến với Việt Nam is the Vietnamese way to say "welcome to vietnam".
This phrase is a greeting used to welcome someone who has just arrived in Vietnam. It is most commonly seen on signage, banners or heard in formal announcements at airports and official functions.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Chào mừng (welcome), đến với (to come to/arrive at) and Việt Nam (Vietnam).
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb chào mừng is used to express the act of welcoming someone or celebrating an arrival.
Did you know?
- The word chào originally comes from a term meaning 'to attend the emperor's audience'. This reflects the historical importance of meeting senior figures in Vietnamese culture.
- Many prepositions in Vietnamese, such as đến (to arrive/to) and với (with), were originally verbs. This means the structure of the phrase 'welcome to Vietnam' is built upon words that inherently describe actions.
Examples in context
- Chào mừng các quan khách, các anh chị em đến Việt Nam. Rất hân hạnh được đón tiếp và gặp gỡ quý vị.Welcome, distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen, to Vietnam. We are honored to welcome and meet you.
- Chào mừng đến với Việt Nam!Welcome to Vietnam!
- Chào mừng đến với Việt Nam, chúng tôi rất vui được gặp bạn.Welcome to Vietnam, we are very happy to meet you.
Example conversation
Hương greets Nam at the airport after his long flight.
- HươngChào mừng đến với Việt Nam, anh Nam!Welcome to Vietnam, Nam!
- NamCảm ơn Hương, tôi rất vui khi đã đến đây.Thank you Huong, I am very happy to be here.
- HươngAnh có mệt sau chuyến bay không?Are you tired after the flight?
- NamTôi hơi mệt một chút, nhưng rất hào hứng.I am a little tired, but very excited.
