xin chào
/sinˈt͡ʃaʊ/phrase★Beginner💡 hello
“Xin chào, bạn có khỏe không?”
Hello, how are you?
formalinformal
A polite greeting used to say hello to someone, often in formal or neutral contexts.
Xin chào, tôi là Anh.
Hello, I am Anh.
Xin chào, quý khách!
Hello, customers!
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Used in both formal and informal settings, though 'chào' alone is more common in casual speech.
Collocations
xin chào quý kháchhello customersxin chào mọi ngườihello everyone
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Casual
Use 'xin chào' in formal or professional settings, while 'chào' is more casual.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness
Always use 'xin chào' when greeting someone for the first time or in formal contexts.
📖Word Origin
From 'xin' (to ask) + 'chào' (to greet), literally 'ask to greet', but used as a polite greeting.
📝Usage Notes
'Xin chào' is more formal than 'chào' alone. In very casual settings, 'chào' or 'chào bạn' is more common.
Word Breakdown
xin
to ask
rootchào
to greet
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh