How to say “Hello” in Vietnamese
The most common way to say “hello” in Vietnamese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Xin chào
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Vietnamese
Xin chào, Bạn khỏe không?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Vietnamese?
"Hello" in Vietnamese is "Xin chào". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Xin chào" written in Vietnamese?
"Xin chào" is the standard written form in Vietnamese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Xin chào" in Vietnamese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Xin chào" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Xin chào" mean in English?
"Xin chào" is the Vietnamese way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Vietnamese?
Many languages — including Vietnamese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Xin chào" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Vietnamese spoken?
Vietnamese is spoken by an estimated 85 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Vietnamese dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Vietnamese dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Xin chào" or any other Vietnamese text.