ngân hàng
noun · Beginner · Travel & Places
Meaning
English: Bank
A place where people keep and borrow money.
Examples
🗣 Ngân hàng mở cửa lúc chín giờ.
💬 The bank opens at nine.
Etymology
‘Ngân hàng’ translates to ‘bank,’ with ‘ngân’ (silver) and ‘hàng’ (house/establishment). This term arose with the establishment of financial institutions in Vietnam.
How & Where It’s Used
‘Ngân hàng’ is a formal term mostly used in legal and financial contexts, appearing in both spoken discussions and official documentation.
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Tags: place, money