thành phố
noun · Beginner · Travel & Places
Meaning
English: City
A large town where many people live and work.
Examples
🗣 Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh lớn nhất Việt Nam.
💬 Ho Chi Minh City is the largest in Vietnam.
Etymology
‘Thành phố’ translates directly as ‘city,’ with ‘thành’ referring to a fortified or walled place, and ‘phố’ meaning street. The term reflects the historical development of urban areas in Vietnam.
How & Where It’s Used
‘Thành phố’ is widely recognized in both formal and informal contexts, used in governmental, educational, and everyday conversations, especially regarding urban issues.
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