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Why Learn Vietnamese?

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Spoken by approximately 85 million people worldwide, Vietnamese is the official language of Vietnam. It’s also an officially recognized minority language in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. The language is native to Vietnam and some southern regions of China. The language developed from its early forms, starting in the 13th century, and slowly transitioned into its modern vernacular today. The Vietnamese language’s alphabet is based on the Latin alphabet. The Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences is responsible for the regulation, promotion, and preservation of Vietnamese.

Whether you’d like to learn Vietnamese for personal or professional (career advancement) reasons, Pimsleur is the most effective way to learn to speak Vietnamese. We’ve helped everyone from business executives, government agencies, and curious learners just like you.

Our proprietary techniques are known as the Pimsleur Method™. This method combines four key components of our learning platform: Core Vocabulary, Graduated Interval Recall, Organic Learning, and the Principle of Anticipation. They work in unison to quickly get you up to speed with Vietnamese language courses and build your confidence.

Open up a world of possibilities when you learn Vietnamese with Pimsleur:

  • Enjoy immersive, interesting travel in Southeast Asia
  • Surprise a native Vietnamese speaker with fluid conversations
  • Learn more about local Vietnamese customs, cuisine, and culture
  • And much more

Choose our Vietnamese-only Premium subscription or All Access subscription (with all languages in the Pimsleur catalog). Each option includes skill-building lessons, resources, and helpful tools to help you learn Vietnamese. Get started today!

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The Best Way to Learn the Vietnamese Language

Pimsleur has developed the best methods for learning Vietnamese. Our Vietnamese lessons take you directly to the heart of the language, where you’ll learn the language like a child does – by listening and participating! When you learned your native tongue, you didn’t dive into textbooks or endure endless grammar sessions. You picked up your language by listening and actively participating to apply what you’ve learned. That’s exactly how Pimsleur gets you on track to learn the Vietnamese language.

Fun, educational lessons and tools like Digital Flash Cards, Reading Lessons, Lightbulb Moments, and Voice Coach with AI pronunciation feedback are just some of the resources you’ll use to learn to speak Vietnamese.

Pimsleur’s advanced, intuitive software eliminates the confusion and unnecessary noise associated with traditional language learning techniques. You’ll find we have the most efficient, robust method to help you speak Vietnamese quickly – much faster than you probably think!

Why Choose Pimsleur for Vietnamese Lessons?

Along with our cutting-edge learning methods at your disposal, you’ll also enjoy unparalleled convenience as you learn Vietnamese. Take your Vietnamese lessons at home or on the go – with our hands-free driving mode, you can even learn in the car! Of course, you can also learn Vietnamese doing a hundred other everyday tasks like taking a walk, doing chores, or simply relaxing at home.

Speak Vietnamese with Confidence. Read like a Native.

Common Questions About Learning Vietnamese

Is Vietnamese a difficult language to learn?

Without the right educational tools, Vietnamese can be a notoriously tough language to learn. Thankfully, with Pimsleur, you can learn the Vietnamese language without getting stuck in those tiresome, ineffective methods of yesteryear – namely, boring grammar lessons, heavy textbook work, and more. That’s because we help develop your oral (speaking) and aural (listening) capability to absorb new words, phrases, and even punctuation (more on that in a minute). Sign up with a Premium or All Access subscription, and you’ll see how easy it is to learn Vietnamese!

How long does it take to learn Vietnamese language?

If you’re not using effective Vietnamese lessons, it’ll feel like you’re stuck in neutral. But with Pimsleur, your learning curve is compressed – and you’ll still learn more (and more effectively) thanks to our user-friendly exercises like Quick Match, Build Your Skills, Digital Flash Cards, and much more. Learn to speak Vietnamese the natural way! With Pimsleur, knowledge and confidence will build so fast that you’ll be able to speak basic words and sentences after your first lesson. Start speaking Vietnamese in a matter of weeks, not months.

What are the main challenges when learning Vietnamese?

One of the hardest concepts for native English speakers to understand when they learn Vietnamese is particles – a sophisticated system of words used to identify verb aspect and tense. When used frequently, this is certainly a challenge in learning Vietnamese. Plus, Vietnamese doesn’t use definite or indefinite articles, which is a strange concept for new learners. Other differences exist, but we’ll smooth out these difficulties as you learn Vietnamese. All of Pimsleur’s Vietnamese lessons transform any learning impediments into educational opportunities!

How important is pronunciation in learning Vietnamese?

The tonal nature of Vietnamese makes pronunciation a critical component to learn Vietnamese. You can’t speak the language conversationally without having a firm grasp on nuances of proper pronunciation. The language utilizes up to 14 vowel phonemes (different sounds), which contributes to the fact that a slight tweak in Vietnamese pitch can change word meanings. You’ll use our Voice Coach with AI pronunciation feedback to correct any speech errors and phonology mishaps. In the end, you’ll learn to speak Vietnamese at the right pace and cadence using proper pronunciation.

Is the Vietnamese language course suitable for complete beginners?

You don’t need any knowledge of Vietnamese at all to start with our Vietnamese lessons. Get going from the starting blocks with zero exposure – you can learn the Vietnamese language right here as a total novice. Every beginner benefits from having flexible, accessible, learn-anywhere Vietnamese language courses. The Pimsleur app delivers powerful, purposeful lessons whenever you need them…because it’s always an ideal time to learn Vietnamese with Pimsleur.
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