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cám ơn

/kaːm ʔəːn/
phrase★Beginner💡 thank you
formalinformal

A polite expression of gratitude used to thank someone for their help, kindness, or a gift.

Cám ơn anh đã đưa tôi về nhà.

Thank you for taking me home.

Cám ơn bạn đã mua quà cho tôi.

Thank you for buying me a gift.

💡

This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It can be used with or without specifying the person being thanked.

Collocations

cám ơn bạnthank youcám ơn anhthank you (to an older male)cám ơn chịthank you (to an older female)

Synonyms

đượccảm ơn

Antonyms

không cám ơnkhông cảm ơn

Related Phrases

cám ơn nhiềuphrase
thank you very much
cám ơn đã giúp đỡphrase
thank you for your help

💡Pro Tip

Politeness in Vietnamese

In Vietnamese, it's common to use 'cám ơn' with a specific term of address to show respect and acknowledge the relationship between the speaker and the person being thanked.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage with Address Terms

Always pair 'cám ơn' with an appropriate term of address (bạn, anh, chị, etc.) when speaking to someone directly to show respect and acknowledge their status relative to you.

📖Word Origin

The phrase 'cám ơn' is derived from the combination of 'cám' (to repay) and 'ơn' (favor or kindness). It reflects the cultural value of reciprocity and gratitude in Vietnamese society.

📝Usage Notes

In Vietnamese, 'cám ơn' is often used with a specific term of address (bạn, anh, chị, etc.) depending on the relationship between the speaker and the person being thanked. It can also be used alone as a general expression of thanks.

Word Breakdown

cám
to repay
root
+
ơn
favor or kindness
root
Từ Điển Việt Anh

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