Starter
The basics in Vietnamese
1 Week
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1 unit
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7 lessons
In this course, we will introduce you to the Vietnamese language. We will teach you various basic concepts that will give you all the keys you need to learn Vietname...
Course curriculum
1/ Tìm hiểu về tiếng Việt Understanding the Vietnamese language
7 Lessons
In this introductory course, we will talk to you about the specific features of the Vietnamese language and the things you need to know before starting. We will explain some basic concepts that will help you avoid certain mistakes and better understand the Vietnamese language. We will also explain how our method works to help you successfully understand and speak Vietnamese.
Beginner
Beginner
11 Month
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15 units
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335 lessons
In this learning path, we will cover the essential basics of Vietnamese grammar. Throughout the different lessons, you will gradually be able to communicate in a var...
Course curriculum
1/ Chào hỏi Greetings
16 Lessons
In this module, you will learn the most commonly used basic expressions in Vietnamese. We will look at phrases such as “hello,” “thank you,” “sorry/excuse me,” and more. For now, we recommend that you don’t worry too much about the structure, word order, or the meaning of every single word. We will cover all of that gradually in the following modules. This module is a first introduction to the Vietnamese language, to help you get used to its tones. Let’s get started!
2/ Đại từ nhân xưng Personal pronouns
20 Lessons
Expressing “I” and “you” in Vietnamese is a bit more fun than in French. In Vietnamese, different words are used depending on a person’s age, social status/hierarchy, or gender. In this module, we will learn how to use these different pronouns. By the end of this module, you will better understand how Vietnamese speakers express the first and second person singular.
3/ Có và là Have and Be
26 Lessons
This module introduces Vietnamese words that roughly correspond to the French verbs “to have” and “to be.” Through various examples, you will learn how to use these Vietnamese words correctly, as well as how to express what you have and what you are, and how to say what you want. We will also see how to say “yes” and “no” in Vietnamese, and you will learn several new words.
4/ Tự giới thiệu Introduce yourself
22 Lessons
In this module, we will learn how to introduce ourselves in Vietnamese. We will see how to ask someone’s first name, as well as how to say your own. We will also learn how to state your nationality and say which country or city you are from. By the end of this module, you will be able to introduce yourself in Vietnamese.
5/ Đây, đó, kia This, that
24 Lessons
In this module, we will learn demonstratives—words used to point to or refer to people, places, or objects. These words are used very frequently in the language, and we will cover their main uses in this module. By the end of this module, you will be able to use demonstratives and also identify them in a sentence.
6/ Đặt câu hỏi Ask a question
34 Lessons
In this module, we will look at common question words in Vietnamese, how to use them, and what they mean. We will also learn how to answer different types of questions to help you communicate better in Vietnamese. By the end of this module, you will be able to ask various kinds of everyday questions and respond to them.
7/ Vị trí The position
9 Lessons
In this module, we will learn prepositions of place. You will learn how to express the position of objects or people, so that you can describe where something is more precisely. By the end of this module, you will know the most common prepositions and you will be able to ask and answer questions about the location of something or someone.
8/ Gia đình The family
24 Lessons
In this module, we will talk about family. We will look at the most common words used to name each family member. We will also learn a few related grammar points, as well as useful model sentences for introducing your family. By the end of this module, you will be able to understand and talk easily about your family or someone else’s family.
9/ Số đếm Numbers
20 Lessons
In this module, we will learn numbers in Vietnamese. We will learn them in a fun way by doing a bit of math. We will also cover how to say your phone number and how to ask for it, as well as how to ask the price of something. By the end of this module, you will be able to count in Vietnamese and ask questions related to numbers.
10/ Cách nói thời gian Expressing time
23 Lessons
In this module, we will learn how to talk about time—meaning words like “morning,” “evening,” and so on. We will show you how to express the past in Vietnamese, and also how to talk about an action that started earlier and is still continuing now. By the end of this module, you will be able to talk about past events and describe the different times of the day more precisely.
11/ Các ngày trong tuần Days of the week
22 Lessons
In this module, we will learn the days of the week, as well as time words such as “today,” “yesterday,” and “tomorrow.” We will also learn how to use them in everyday sentences. You will also learn how to express an action that took place in the past and is completed. By the end of this module, you will be able to talk easily about the days of the week and past events.
12/ Cách nói giờ Time
24 Lessons
In this module, we will learn how to tell the time in Vietnamese and the expressions related to it. We will also cover the different words associated with time and how to use them in a sentence. By the end of this module, you will be able to tell the time, express minutes, and use the specific vocabulary that goes with it.
13/ Địa điểm The places
24 Lessons
In this module, you will learn many new common Vietnamese words. We will also review several grammar points covered so far, and you will learn how to express the purpose of doing something, as well as desire and intention in Vietnamese. By the end of this module, you will be able to talk more comfortably about everyday life and different places, and express your goals or what you want to do.
14/ Cuối tuần Weekend
22 Lessons
In this module, we will take a closer look at different ways of expressing time. Vietnamese does not conjugate verbs; instead, when needed, it uses time markers to indicate tense. We will learn how to express the future, the near future, the past, and an ongoing action. By the end of this module, you will be able to express yourself more easily across different time frames.
15/ Hoạt động hàng ngày Everyday Life
26 Lessons
In this module, we will review what we have learned so far about verbs. You will also learn how to build longer sentences using a contrasting conjunction as well as a comparative conjunction. By the end of this module, you will be able to talk about everyday life, express an opposing idea, and list or enumerate things.
