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My name is ... in Vietnamese
Vietnamese has many words for "I" that depend on your age relative to the listener. Tôi is the neutral choice for a foreign learner.
Tên tôi là ___
Vietnamese
Ways to say it
| Vietnamese | Romanisation | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Tên tôi là ___ | My name is {name}. Neutral and standard. | |
| Tôi tên là ___ | I am named {name}. Very common. |
A short introduction
- A: Xin chào
- A: Bạn tên là gì?
- B: Tên tôi là ___
Pronunciation and tips
- Tones are marked on the vowel, and they change the meaning of the word entirely.
- Names have the family name first, and people are called by their given name with a title such as anh (older brother) or chị (older sister).
- Use "mình" with friends and "tôi" with strangers.
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Questions
Do I translate my name into Vietnamese?
No. Say your name the way you normally do and fit it into the sentence: Tên tôi là [your name]. Names are not translated.
Is there a formal way to say it in Vietnamese?
My name is {name}. Neutral and standard. I am named {name}. Very common.