đặt bàn
/ɗaːt ɓaːn/verb phrase★Intermediate— to make a reservation
informal
To reserve a table at a restaurant or similar establishment.
Chúng tôi đặt bàn cho bữa tối mai.
We made a reservation for dinner tomorrow.
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Commonly used for dining reservations, but can also apply to other services requiring table arrangements.
Collocations
đặt bàn trướcto make a reservation in advanceđặt bàn choto make a reservation for
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💡Pro Tip
Common Contexts
This phrase is most frequently used for dining reservations, but can also apply to other table-related bookings.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal settings, you might use 'đặt chỗ' instead, but 'đặt bàn' is widely understood.
📖Word Origin
From 'đặt' (to place/arrange) + 'bàn' (table). Literally means 'to arrange a table.'
📝Usage Notes
Often used for restaurant reservations, but can also apply to other contexts like booking a table for a meeting or event.
Word Breakdown
đặt
to place, arrange
rootbàn
table
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh