This course aims to help learners understand Vietnamese culture and linguistics. By the end of the course, students will be able to recognize and appreciate various aspects of Vietnamese culture, such as personal questions, names, insults, and the influence of the Vietnamese Zodiac system. They will also gain insights into the Vietnamese language, including accent discrimination, spelling challenges, word order quirks, and the distinction between Vietnamese and Chinese languages. The teaching method involves exploring cultural topics through linguistic lenses, with a focus on real-life examples and societal implications. This course is designed for individuals interested in delving into Vietnamese culture, language enthusiasts, travelers, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Vietnam and its people.
Overview
Syllabus
Vietnamese Culture: Personal Questions In Vietnamese.
Vietnamese Culture: Vietnamese Names.
A man called... Penis? | Fascinating features of Vietnamese culture.
How to bribe like a native!.
Accent discrimination in Vietnam.
Dogs, mothers and private parts: How Vietnamese people insult each other online.
What’s the best approach to learn Vietnamese? Let’s ask the US government....
Why overseas Vietnamese are still speaking 20th-century Vietnamese.
Why overseas Vietnamese are still speaking 20th-century Vietnamese.
Heartbreak, discrimination, & over-crowded schools: the influence of the Vietnamese Zodiac system.
Every citizen is a soldier: How the language of war is applied to the Covid pandemic.
Vietnamese is a “phonetic language" so spelling is easy? Wrong!.
Vietnamese is a “phonetic language" so spelling is easy? Wrong!.
You've heard about the Việt Cộng. But what does 'cộng' mean?.
'Im lặng' or 'lặng im'? Who cares! | A quirky feature of Vietnamese word order.
Vietnamese is not related to Chinese - but how do we know that?.
Vietnamese is not related to Chinese - but how do we know that?.
DUYÊN: How Vietnamese people blame fate for everything.
Vinh city - the only place in Vietnam where people speak proper Vietnamese?.
Taught by
Learn Vietnamese With Annie
