Minh
, .
Excuse me, give me pho.
Essential Greetings, Polite Phrases, and Ordering Food and Drinks
Learn how to greet people politely, introduce yourself, and confidently order food and drinks in daily situations.
- Greet others, say goodbye, and use polite expressions naturally
- Introduce your name and share where you are from
- Order food like phở and ask for extra utensils at a restaurant
- Order drinks and handle payment at a local cafe
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Ordering Phở
Lan
, .
Here is your pho, thank you.
Minh
.
Thank you.
About This Guide
This topic covers essential daily interactions in Northern Vietnamese, from basic polite greetings to ordering at restaurants and cafes. Use the level 1 lessons to build a foundation with simple greetings and self-introductions, then progress to levels 2 and 3 to handle specific requests like ordering food, asking for utensils, and paying at a cafe.
More Level 1 Lessons(7)
Basic Greetings
Learn essential greetings, polite expressions, and goodbyes in Vietnamese!
👋 Basic Greetings and Polite Phrases
Learn how to greet others, say thank you, and say goodbye naturally!
Introducing Yourself and Where You Are From
Learn how to introduce your name and share where you are from!
Greeting a Neighbour
Learn how to greet your neighbour and ask about their child's age in the alleyway!
Shopping at the Corner Shop
Join Linh as she picks up a few items at the local shop!
Riding a Xe Om
Join Minh on a motorbike taxi ride and a quick stop for drinks!
Introducing parents to a friend
Learn how to introduce your parents to a friend when they visit your home!