🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "I understand" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tôi hiểu
"I understand" in Vietnamese · say it like toy hee-uh

The most natural way to say "I understand" in Vietnamese is Tôi hiểu. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Mình hiểu
More casual, often used among friends
Tôi đã hiểu
Slightly more emphatic, indicating a realization

When to use it

You can use this phrase when someone explains something to you and you want to show that you grasp the information. It's also appropriate in conversations where you acknowledge understanding someone's feelings or opinions. Use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Tôi hiểu ý bạn.I understand your point.
Sau khi nghe giải thích, tôi hiểu rồi.After listening to the explanation, I understand now.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'hiểu' with 'biết', but 'hiểu' specifically means to understand something deeply.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Tôi hiểu, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Vietnamese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I don't understand' in Vietnamese?

You can say 'Tôi không hiểu'.

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