How to Say “Yes, Please” in Vietnamese

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Vâng, làm ơn
The English phrase "yes, please" is translated into Vietnamese as Vâng, làm ơn.
Vâng, làm ơn is a polite way to accept an offer or to agree to a request.

Did you know?

  • In Vietnamese culture, saying vâng does not always mean 'I agree', but often simply signifies 'I am listening' or 'I acknowledge you'.
  • The word vâng is a cognate of the Eastern Cham word 'peng', which means 'to obey'.
  • Depending on the region, speakers may replace vâng with dạ to show a higher level of respect to elders or superiors.

Example conversation

Lan is offering Hùng a cup of tea.

  1. Lan

    Hùng có muốn uống trà không?
    Do you want to drink some tea, Hùng?
  2. Hùng

    Vâng, làm ơn.
    Yes, please.
  3. Lan

    Để Lan lấy trà cho Hùng nhé.
    Let Lan get the tea for you.
  4. Hùng

    Cảm ơn Lan nhiều.
    Thank you very much, Lan.

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