Dictation practice: Beginner Vietnamese
Simple conversations and stories for absolute beginners Each episode is pre-split into short sentences, with a transcript to check against as soon as you finish. Start with the shortest one, and listen all the way through once before you start writing.
1 episode
In this episode, we explore Minh's small garden and the joy it brings. Minh loves to tưới /tuɛːj/ (water) his plants each morning, watching them grow and bloom. One day, he discovers his cà chua /kaː t͡ɕuə/ (tomato) starting to ra hoa /raː hɔː/ (flower). You'll hear about the various hoa /hwaː/ (flowers) he grows and the happiness it brings him. Minh invites his friend Lan, who is amazed by the garden's beauty. Their conversation reflects the importance of being present and caring in friendships. Listen for how they work together to chăm sóc /t͡ɕɜːm sɔk/ (care for) the plants, making the garden more vibrant. By the end, Minh expresses his gratitude to Lan and their shared love for gardening. This episode highlights the bond formed over simple joys in life. Pay close attention and try to write down what you hear; it's a great way to improve your listening skills!