Vietnam

Jun 4, 2026

In our Vietnamese home, we have a special place called the bàn thờ tổ tiên, or ancestor altar. It holds photos of our deceased family members. We alwa...

Jun 4, 2026

Tết Nguyên Đán, or the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is the biggest celebration in Vietnam. Families gather to celebrate and remember their ancestors. We...

Jun 4, 2026

In Vietnam, we have a strong tradition of taking off shoes before entering someone’s home. You’ll notice a neat row of sandals and shoes at the entran...

Jun 4, 2026

In Vietnam, celebrating a baby's one-month birthday is very important. We have two ceremonies called thôi nôi and đầy tháng. During these events, we i...

Jun 4, 2026

During the first days of Tết, visiting the pagoda is a cherished tradition for many Vietnamese people. Families gather to pray for health, luck, and p...

Jun 4, 2026

In Vietnamese culture, before we eat, we always invite our elders to start first. We say phrases like ‘mời ông bà’ or ‘mời ba mẹ.’ It’s a way of showi...

Jun 4, 2026

In Vietnam, we have a custom where we always inform our parents when we go out or come back home. For example, I say 'Con ra ngoài chút' when I'm step...

Jun 4, 2026

The áo dài is a beautiful symbol of Vietnamese culture. Women often wear it during special occasions like Tết, school opening ceremonies, weddings, an...

Jun 2, 2026

Tết is such a special time, and there are many unwritten rules we must follow. One important belief is that sweeping the house during Tết can sweep aw...