đặt chỗ
/ɗaːt t͡ɕoˀ/verb phrase★Intermediate— to make a reservation
formalinformal
To reserve a seat, room, or table in advance, typically for travel, dining, or accommodations.
Chúng tôi đã đặt chỗ cho chuyến bay sớm.
We made a reservation for the early flight.
Bạn nên đặt chỗ trước để tránh tình trạng hết chỗ.
You should make a reservation in advance to avoid being fully booked.
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Commonly used for hotels, flights, and restaurants.
Collocations
đặt chỗ trướcmake a reservation in advanceđặt chỗ onlinemake an online reservationđặt chỗ cho chuyến baybook a flight
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Contexts
This phrase is frequently used when booking hotels, flights, or restaurant tables.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While 'đặt chỗ' is neutral, adding 'trước' (in advance) makes it more formal.
📖Word Origin
From 'đặt' (to place/reserve) + 'chỗ' (place/spot).
📝Usage Notes
Often used in travel and hospitality contexts. Can also refer to reserving a spot in a queue or event.
Word Breakdown
đặt
to place or reserve
rootchỗ
place or spot
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh