🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "Money" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
tiền
"Money" in Vietnamese · say it like tee-en

The most natural way to say "Money" in Vietnamese is tiền. 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

tiền bạc
more formal, often used in writing
đồng
used in a more casual context, often referring to coins

When to use it

You can use 'tiền' when talking about money in general. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. For example, when discussing expenses or savings, 'tiền' is the go-to word. In conversations about financial matters, it is essential to use this term.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Tôi cần tiền để mua sách.I need money to buy books.
Tiền bạc không phải là tất cả.Money is not everything.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'tiền' with 'giá', which means price. Remember, 'tiền' refers to money itself.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'money' in Vietnamese?

'Money' in Vietnamese is 'tiền'.

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