Vietnamese · Travel & Places
thành phố
City
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large town where many people live and work.
Example
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh lớn nhất Việt Nam.
Ho Chi Minh City is the largest in Vietnam.
Etymology
'Thành phố' translates directly as 'city,' with 'thành' referring to a fortified or walled place, and 'phố' meaning street. The term reflects the historical development of urban areas in Vietnam.
How & Where It’s Used
'Thành phố' is widely recognized in both formal and informal contexts, used in governmental, educational, and everyday conversations, especially regarding urban issues.