Vietnamese · Travel & Places
nhà hàng
Restaurant
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where you pay to eat meals; street food stalls are quán ăn.
Example
Nhà hàng này có món phở ngon.
This restaurant has delicious pho.
Etymology
'Nhà hàng' derives from 'nhà' (house) and 'hàng' (to sell), meaning 'house of food.' This term evolved with the growth of the dining industry in Vietnam throughout the 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'Nhà hàng' is primarily used in formal contexts, such as official documents and menus, but is also common in casual conversation among locals when discussing dining options.