Traveling to foreign countries is nearly always an exciting, enriching, and beneficial experience. Yet, some things can be real downers, such as boredom on a lengthy flight to . Really, binge-watching onboard movies can only be interesting for so long! And jet lag - another huge downer. Did you know that jet lag is more severe when you travel from the West to the East? Well, we won't know how to beat that, but there are fortunately plenty of remedies around to investigate. To beat flight boredom, though, we may have the answer for you at VietnamesePod101! Why don't you take the time to study Vietnamese travel phrases? We make this super easy and fun, with great downloadables, like our PDF Cheat Sheets. Quickly memorize these, and impress... Show more

Do you have a teacher who made a huge positive impact on your life? Someone who patiently guided you through a topic or subject you struggled with, or encouraged you to pursue your passions and interests? If your answer is yes, then we don’t have to tell you the weight of gratitude that students may feel toward teachers. Each year in Vietnam, students show thanks, gratitude, and respect for their teachers on National Teacher’s Day. In this article, you’ll learn about why this is so significant to Vietnamese students and teachers, a little bit of history of Teacher’s Day in Vietnam, and how National Teacher’s Day is celebrated today. At VietnamesePod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun... Show more

Especially if you're planning a prolonged visit to , using the correct Vietnamese numbers for counting in Vietnamese could be very important! Number systems are the other alphabet in any language. In fact, it is a language all of its own, and it serves a multitude of excellent purposes. Table of Contents A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems Why is it Important to Learn Vietnamese Numbers? Learning Vietnamese Numbers Why Choose VietnamesePod101 to Learn all about Vietnamese Numbers? 1. A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems 1. The Ishango Bone The origin of counting, and with it numbers, is not clear to historians. While their art showed that prehistoric man had a concept of numbers, the first... Show more

You're learning to speak Vietnamese, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Vietnamese. At Learn Vietnamese, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Vietnamese in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Vietnamese Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Vietnamese. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Phát eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of the group, and leaves this comment: POST ... Show more

Learn how to apologize in Vietnamese - fast and accurately! VietnamesePod101 makes it easy for you to make amends. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Vietnamese Skills! (Logged-In Member Only) Table of Contents Common Ways to Say Sorry in Vietnamese How To Refuse Something Politely in Vietnamese Audio Lesson - Survival Phrases "How to Say Sorry" Why You Will NOT Be Sorry For Learning Vietnamese through VietnamesePod101 1. Common Ways to Say Sorry in Vietnamese Nobody’s perfect, not anywhere in the world. Everybody makes mistakes, and does and says regrettable things. Then it’s time to apologize, as saying ‘I’m sorry’ is not in vain. It can be very healing! Did you know that... Show more

As in any country, the Vietnam National Day is the most significant date in the history of Vietnam. This is the day in 1945 that Vietnam finally gained its independence after a long struggle. In this article, you’ll learn about the National Day in Vietnam, including the history behind it, common traditions, and the unfortunate event that the Vietnamese also commemorate on National Vietnam Day. At VietnamesePod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your learning journey both fun and informative. So let’s get started! 1. What is the Vietnam National Day Holiday? The holiday marks the day in 1945 when Vietnam officially became its own country. On September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence in a meeting... Show more

In Vietnam, there’s a National Day of Remembrance each year. On this day, the country remembers and honors wounded Vietnam soldiers for their sacrifices during the country’s many wars. Learning about Vietnam Memorial Day for the Martyrs and Wounded Soldiers, you’re uncovering many layers of Vietnamese history and culture. This, in turn, will make your language-learning endeavors that much more meaningful to you, and much more successful in the long run. At VietnamesePod101.com, we hope to give you all the tools and support you need to master the Vietnamese language and truly understand its culture. Let’s get started. 1. What is Remembrance Day in Vietnam? During the wars, many Vietnamese soldiers sacrificed parts of... Show more

Start off the year by learning how to introduce yourself properly in Vietnamese! Learn easily with VietnamesePod101 in this four-minute video! Table of Contents 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself in Vietnamese Important Tips for Introducing Yourself Video - How to Introduce Yourself in Vietnamese Why VietnamesePod101 is Perfect for Learning all about Vietnamese Introductions 1. 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself in Vietnamese First impressions are absolutely everything! Right? No, wrong - who you are every day is much more important. But first impressions are definitely not unimportant either. Make sure to introduce yourself correctly, as it could mean the difference between getting a job offer or a polite... Show more

Ho Chi Minh (often called Uncle Ho or Uncle Ho Chi Minh), was a Vietnam President and one of the most influential people for the country. In honor of Uncle Ho, Vietnam celebrates his birthday each year. In this article, we’ll be going over the Ho Chi Minh holiday, one of the most important and widely celebrated Vietnam holidays today. In learning about Ho Chi Minh (leader, President, and beloved fighter for independence), you’re also allowing yourself to gain a deeper understanding of what values Vietnam holds closest to its heart, as well as its history. At VietnamesePod101.com, we hope to make learning about Vietnamese culture, like this Ho Chi Minh public holiday, both fun and informative! 1. What is President Ho Chi... Show more

Four years ago I went to the Philippines to travel for the first time. I was so in love with the country that I couldn't help but try to find a job there. I thought it was a nice country to live in and work in. A year later I got selected to join a short project in the Philippines for six months and, at the same time, that was when I started working for VietnamesePod101 as well.  If you visit Vietnam and decide to stay for an extended period, you should research how to find a job in Vietnam. Unless you're a freelancer working remotely most of the time, you must somehow find a job or do something for a living when being abroad.  An expats satisfaction survey conducted in January 2021 shows that Vietnam is one of the top 10... Show more