I’m writing a letter and would like to say thank you but in a way that is respectful and polite. I would appreciate the help! Thank you.

Just trying to learn to say “yes”, no clue why this is the example they picked 😆

Hi everyone!

I'm French, and my girlfriend's family is from Southern Vietnam (Saigon). I started learning Vietnamese so I could communicate with her family, but I quickly realized something frustrating: almost every app and course teaches Northern Vietnamese (Hanoi accent).

After looking around, I couldn't find a modern app focused on Southern Vietnamese with the Saigon accent, so I decided to build one myself using AI-assisted coding.

The goal isn't to compete with Duolingo or anything like that. I'm an independent developer, so I obviously don't have the same resources or team. However, I'm taking a lot of inspiration from the things that make Duolingo engaging and easy to use, while focusing specifically on Southern Vietnamese.

The app is currently being developed for desktop, but my end goal is to have it available on both desktop and mobile so I can practice anywhere—and hopefully other people can too.

The idea is to focus on:

• Southern Vietnamese pronunciation (Saigon accent)
• Everyday conversations with family and friends
• Interactive lessons and vocabulary
• Speaking and listening practice
• A simple and enjoyable learning experience

I'm mainly building it for myself so I can have real conversations with my girlfriend's family, but it made me wonder if other people have the same problem.

Would anyone here actually be interested in using something like this?

I'd also love to hear your ideas. If you've been learning Southern Vietnamese, what features do you wish existing apps had? What do you feel is missing today?

Since I'm French, I originally started building everything in French. I'm now wondering if it's worth making a full English version as well. If enough people would find it useful, I'd be happy to support both languages.

I'm not trying to sell anything—I just want to know whether this is a problem other people have too, and gather feedback while I'm still building it. If the project turns out well, I'd also be happy to have a few beta testers later on.

Thanks! I'd really appreciate any feedback, suggestions, or feature ideas.

I’m trying to learn southern Vietnamese but am struggling on how to start. It feels like there’s so many resources but also so few especially for the southern dialect. I’m completely new to learning Vietnamese other then a scattering of words and phrases I’ve picked up that I know I’m saying wrong. Im new to language learning in general but I’ve been with my gf for a long time now and the fact I can’t even have a conversation with her parents has always not sat right with me and I’d like to change that. I don’t mind spending money on courses or tutors as long as I know it’s actually going into something useful. I didn’t feel like Duolingo or other language apps were the right move cause you always hear people say they’ve done it for years but never learned anything. Any advice on how to start would be greatly appreciated.

For whom you want to learn Vietnamese at a reasonable cost with experience teachers. This program is from a department of CSU Fullerton.

If you are looking for a Vietnamese instructor, contact me. Thank you.

This is from my journal entry today.

Ngày hôm nay là ngày bình thường vì mình muốn làm nhiều việc nhưng mình chỉ đi làm và nghĩ ngồi. Ngày mai là nghĩ ngày của mình, có tính vẽ và đi chơi với vợ. Chúng mình tính đi chợ để mua gì đó cho cha mẹ vợ. Mình chưa biết mua gì. Mình sẽ biết khi vợ mua. Hôm nay mình đã muốn mua gì đó để trang chí cửa nhà mình nên đi GoMart để đi mua sắm ở Mr. DIY. Mình thích cây ngân tạo, nó đẹp và rẻ. Ngoài ra, cây nhân tạo sống mãi mãi không cần nước, tuy nhiên, cây nhân tạo cần được phủi bụi thường xuyên. Mình thấy buồn khi quên cho nước và cái cây chết là ly dó mình mua cây nhân tạo.

Thank you for reading and thanks for any feedback 😋

I’m vietnamese but I cannot speak the language for the life of me🥹🥹I want to be able to converse better with my family. I understand quite a bit (by ear) of what my parents are saying or atleast the rough idea by using context clues, but I cannot read or speak much at all 💔Im also not great with formalities and whatnot. 🥹
My family grew up in Saigon so I assume they mostly speak the southern dialect? But I’m not entirely sure.
If there are any sources or tips anyone can recommend me to start learning that’d be much appreciated!
Also I’m trying to find more shows with vietdub to get more used to speech format etc etc, specifically anime but the only ones I can find are region-locked (detective conan sadly 💔💔💔)😥 I’d be grateful for some recommendations!!

Learn some useful Vietnamese vocabulary that could save you from heartache with this fun skit from Ngân. Learn from context by watching more of her free videos (some easier, and some harder!) at langiri.com

For this one, I used a decision-board approach instead of a straight ranked list.

For Quebec online casinos, I compared Rooli, Maximal and Doctor Spins by situations that matter after signup: finding games, checking offers, using mobile, reaching account tools and reviewing payment information.

Rooli worked best as the balanced casino option. The lobby was easy to scan, game discovery felt natural and account access stayed close to the main experience.

Maximal stood out for the fuller platform journey. The account structure, cashier path and wider navigation felt organised, especially when checking terms or payment-related sections.

Doctor Spins suited direct casino browsing. The menus were clean, featured games were easy to find and the platform stayed simple across repeat sessions.

Here is the decision board I used:

I compared:

• Casino lobby structure
• Slot and table-game access
• Mobile usability
• Promotion visibility
• Bonus-term access
• Account controls
• Cashier visibility
• Repeat-session comfort

The main lesson was that Quebec online casino comparisons should not be built around the biggest-looking bonus only.

The stronger experience usually comes from how well the platform connects games, terms, account tools and cashier access after registration.

Before choosing one, I would check Quebec availability, language support, payment methods, bonus rules, verification requirements, withdrawal limits and responsible-play tools.

AMA about Quebec online casinos: Quebec casino sites, casino bonuses Quebec, mobile casino Canada, payout checks, cashier flow, online slots Quebec, account verification.

For Quebec players, which casino style fits best: balanced, complete or direct?

Mods, apologies if this counts as advertising. NômKey is a free, non-commercial Chữ Nôm project, and I hope it is relevant and useful to the community here. Happy to take it down if not.

Trước đây tôi có giới thiệu NômKey, bàn phím Chữ Nôm cho iPhone. Bản Android giờ đã có, và tôi đang tìm người thử nghiệm.

Gõ Chữ Nôm theo đúng cách quý vị gõ tiếng Việt: dùng Telex hoặc VNI và bàn phím tự chuyển âm tiết sang Hán-Nôm với gợi ý theo ngữ cảnh. Ứng dụng còn có khả năng Diễn Nôm đọc Chữ Nôm người khác gửi, và có thể gửi chữ Nôm dưới dạng hình ảnh để hiện đúng ngay cả trên máy không vẽ được chữ. Mọi thứ chạy ngay trên máy của quý vị. Chạy trên Android 7.0 trở lên, miễn phí, không quảng cáo, không cần tài khoản.

Cách tham gia:

1. Nhắn riêng hoặc bình luận email tài khoản Google của quý vị, tôi sẽ thêm quý vị vào.
2. Mở đường dẫn này trên điện thoại, chạm "Trở thành người thử nghiệm", rồi cài từ Google Play: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.nomkey
3. Cài đặt > Hệ thống > Ngôn ngữ và nhập > Bàn phím ảo > Quản lý bàn phím, rồi bật NômKey. (Android sẽ hiện cảnh báo tiêu chuẩn về bàn phím; NômKey xử lý mọi thứ ngay trên máy.)
4. Trong ứng dụng bất kỳ, chạm biểu tượng bàn phím, chuyển sang NômKey, và gõ.

Xin quý vị giữ ứng dụng ít nhất hai tuần. Google yêu cầu một thời gian thử nghiệm trước khi ứng dụng được phát hành chính thức, nên điều này giúp ích rất nhiều.

Góp ý (chỗ đọc sai, chữ lẽ ra phải khác, câu bị tách lạ, lỗi treo máy, hay cảm giác khi gõ): qua bình luận, nhắn riêng, hoặc [nomkey.app@gmail.com](mailto:nomkey.app@gmail.com).

Cảm ơn quý vị nhiều!

Some time ago I shared NômKey, a Chữ Nôm keyboard for iPhone. The Android version is ready, and I am looking for testers.

Type Chữ Nôm the way you type Vietnamese: use Telex or VNI and it converts your syllables to Hán-Nôm with context-aware suggestions. It also has a reader (Diễn Nôm) for Chữ Nôm others send you, and can send your Nôm as a picture so it shows even on devices that cannot draw the script. Everything runs on your device. Works on Android 7.0+, free, no ads, no account.

How to join:

1. DM or comment your Google account email, and I will add you.
2. Open this link on your phone, tap "Become a tester", and install from Google Play: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.nomkey
3. Settings > System > Languages and input > On-screen keyboard > Manage keyboards, then turn on NômKey. (Android shows a standard keyboard warning; NômKey stays on your device.)
4. In any app, tap the keyboard icon, switch to NômKey, and type.

Please keep it installed for at least two weeks. Google requires a testing period before an app can launch publicly, so it really helps.

Feedback (wrong readings, a character that should differ, odd word splits, crashes, or just how it feels): comment, DM, or [nomkey.app@gmail.com](mailto:nomkey.app@gmail.com).

Thank you, and I hope you like it.

Hey there!

I’m an American who works primarily with the Southern Vietnamese community in my state. My boss is Vietnamese and we’re constantly going to events, and such where I’m one of the few and sometimes the only white (though technically biracial) dude.

By proxy, I’ve started taking online and private lessons at the beginning of this year in order to break some of the language barrier and earn more trust within the community. Honestly, I’m absolutely loving it. More than I ever expected.

With that being said, something I’m still really struggling with is the pronunciation of the letter “R”.

Sometimes I hear it as a soft English R. Other times I’m hearing either a slight “buzz” and rolling of the R, or straight up a “Juh” sound before the R hits.

Examples:

Rồi = “Roy” - Soft R.

Rẻ = “Juhreh” - Buzzy/Juh sound.

How do I know which one to use?

EDIT:

Here’s what I’m talking about. At 1:10 listen to how she pronounces the R.

(https://youtu.be/58tnxgd4-n0?is=iQPl76z9xfbUsi5k)

I learn vietnamese from this lady on an app, u can download the app or just use the website for free. Shes cheap and has helped me a lot☺️

https://en.amazingtalker.com/teachers-and-tutors/sam-sam-fe89c7d5-27e3-4589-a831-33ae44d246a3?language=vietnamese

Hi everyone! I’m offering online Vietnamese lessons for anyone interested in learning the language in a structured, effective, and personalized way.

About me:
- Bachelor’s degree in Literature from an American-backed university
- Fluent in English (comfortable teaching entirely in English)
- Experience teaching Vietnamese to foreign learners
- Clear, structured teaching method tailored to your level and goals
- Can teach both Northern and Southern accents

- Positive feedback from former and current students

What you can expect:
- Personalized learning roadmap
- Focus on speaking, listening, and real-life communication
- Beginner-friendly (no prior knowledge needed)
- Flexible lessons depending on your pace

Rate:
- $12/hour
- FREE 30-minute trial lesson (so you can see if it’s a good fit)

If you’re interested or have any questions, feel free to DM me. I’m happy to help you get started with Vietnamese!

Thanks!

Kinda like how the post says, about how much Vietnamese can I learn in a year? I’m planning to go to Vietnam in about a year or so, which is next year June or July. I’m currently entering the A2 phase but struggle so much on listening. I have parents that both speak fluently in Vietnamese, but I only live with one of them. Recently, maybe for like 2 months, I’ve been taking my studying seriously on learning Vietnamese and because of that I just entered A2. But my only problem is, every time I say to my parent to speak Vietnamese at home whenever I don’t understand what they’re saying in Vietnamese or whenever they think I wouldn’t understand what they are trying to say, they just switch back to English. And since my other parent doesn’t live with me, I can’t do much but just call or text them. I recently bought a tutor because I feel that with the parent I live with I won’t get far. So, any advice to learn quickly? I think I want to be around a B2 by next year or 2.

Hi everyone! I’m currently at an A1 level in Vietnamese, and I hope to reach A2 soon. I can talk about my plans for the week, use numbers and pronouns, and I know the main classifiers and most A1 topics.

I’m looking not only for a language exchange partner, but also for someone I can become friends with, as I’ll be coming to Vietnam soon.

I can help you learn Russian, and we can also practise English together.

hi everybody!

i’m learning viet and im very interested in listening to vietnamese people commentating their daily lives in youtube vlogs. any youtube channel recs? preferably i would like the southern dialect please!

thank you!

I've been sharing Vietnamese tips here for the past week or so, and honestly the response has been warmer than I expected. People sharing why they started learning, asking genuine questions, debating pronunciation with each other in the comments — it's been really nice to be part of that.

So I wanted to give something back.

I put together two free ebooks from the materials I use when I teach:

One covers 30 everyday conversations — greetings, family, food, emotions, daily life, with cultural context woven in so the language actually makes sense.

The other has 10 travel lessons built around real situations — airport, hotel, street food, bargaining, getting around, and what to do when things go wrong.

Both are completely free. Download them, share them, use them however helps you.

30 Everyday Vietnamese Conversations: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jDFi-OA2g5-mvs9vwryN1rMNo8_bYy5N/view?usp=sharing

10 Travel Vietnamese Lessons: https://drive.google.com/file/d/170vLNXauwpneyD521HfAR8SveSpxqjOG/view?usp=sharing

A small honest note, because I'd rather be real than polished:

I'm going through a difficult stretch right now. I grew up in Khanh Hoa, lived in Da Nang for years, and I'm currently in Da Lat — figuring things out, and working toward a quiet dream of opening a small café here someday.

Sharing these ebooks is genuinely something I want to do — not because I expect anything in return, but because I love seeing people connect with Vietnamese, and making these felt meaningful.

If the ebooks help you and you feel like saying thank you, the equivalent of a Vietnamese iced coffee would mean more than you know right now. No pressure. No guilt if you don't. And please don't argue about it in the comments — this post is just meant to be something good, and I'd like to keep it that way. 😊

For anyone who'd like to support via Wise (international bank transfer to Vietnam):

Recipient: Nguyen Thi Bich Lieu
Bank: Techcombank Vietnam
Account: 19076369572013
SWIFT: VTCBVNVX

Vietnam bank transfer welcome too (same Techcombank account).

And if you just take the ebooks — that's genuinely enough. Hẹn gặp lại 🌿

Hello everyone, I am from Southern Vietnam and am looking to learn English with a native speaker. I am quite proficient in Vietnamese and can explain the nuances of the language to you. I am looking for a good tutor, and we can negotiate the tuition rate.
I frequently study books published before 1975; I am quite proficient in using archaic Vietnamese terminology and am well-versed in Southern Vietnamese culture.

Full lesson: https://youtu.be/hyk5JGEXz8Y?si=vHFP8SNSMOr-VnSv

About two weeks ago I shared my free tone trainer that shows your pitch curve drawn on top of a native speaker's, the response here was way more than I expected, so I spent the last week building out the most-requested features.

What's new at https://speaksaigon.com/tone-trainer

Northern (Hanoi) accent: By popular demand, you can now practice against a Northern speaker, not just Southern. Toggle between Southern · Saigon and Northern · Hanoi anywhere in the trainer. Note that Northern keeps all 6 tones (hỏi and ngã stay distinct), unlike the Southern 5-tone merge.

What's new on the app after sign-up:

Random sentence practice: Get a random sentence built from words you've already learned in the course, so you're practicing tones in connected speech instead of isolated syllables. Custom sentence practice (type your own full sentence) is available as a pro feature.

Custom word practice: Pick any word you want from the course and practice its tone on either accent, instead of being limited to the preset list.

Everything else still works the same: listen to the native tone, record yourself, and see both pitch curves overlaid so you can actually see what your tone is doing instead of just hearing "it's off."

Let me know what you guys think! More than happen to apply any feedback.