nhậu

/ɲə̌w/
nounIntermediate
informal

A social gathering or activity centered around drinking alcohol, often involving food and conversation.

Chúng ta đi nhậu sau giờ làm việc.

Let's go drinking after work.

Nhậu cùng bạn bè là một phần của văn hóa Việt Nam.

Drinking with friends is part of Vietnamese culture.

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The term is commonly used to describe casual drinking sessions, often with friends or colleagues.

Collocations

đi nhậuto go drinkingnhậu cùng bạn bèto drink with friendsnhậu biato drink beer

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Related Phrases

nhậu biaphrase
beer drinking session
nhậu cùng đồng nghiệpphrase
drinking with colleagues

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Vietnam, 'nhậu' is not just about drinking but also about socializing and building relationships.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the word 'nhậu' meaning 'alcohol' or 'drinking,' reflecting the social aspect of alcohol consumption in Vietnamese culture.

📝Usage Notes

The term is widely used in informal contexts and is often associated with social bonding and relaxation.

Từ Điển Việt Anh