You may hear Vietnamese people say “trời ơi!” many times but don’t understand it. This blog will give you an answer for the question: What does trời ơi mean?
What does trời ơi mean?
“Trời ơi” is a Vietnamese expression that can be roughly translated to “Oh my God” or “Oh dear” in English. It’s often used to express surprise, frustration, disbelief, or even excitement, depending on the context. It’s a common exclamation in everyday conversation.
For example:
- When Vietnamese people see something stunning, they will say: Trời ơi, đẹp quá! (OGM, it’s so beautiful!)
- When a mischievous kid break a vase, his mom will blame him as saying: Trời ơi là trời (Oh god) with furious face
See more: What is oi in Vietnamese translation?
How to surprise Vietnamese people with the word “Trời ơi!”
Now, you’ve known the meaning of the word ” trời ơi”. Don’t hesitate to use it whenever you can. I’m sure Vietnamese people will get stunned when you say it.
In addition, there are advanced ways to say trời ơi in Vietnamese. You are desiring to show off your Vietnamese? Use these phrases
1. U là trời
U là trời is a gen Z slang. It has the same meaning as trời ơi (OMG) and it’s most commonly used by the Vietnamese young people.
2. Trời đất thánh thần thiên địa ơi
“Trời đất thánh thần thiên địa ơi” is a phrase commonly used by Vietnamese Southern People. You can roughly understand it as “Oh my goodness, heavens and earth” in English.
This is a strong and emotional expression, conveying surprise, astonishment, or amazement. The phrase uses several religious and natural images (heaven, earth, saints, divine) to emphasize the sense of surprise or disbelief.
Do you get the answer for “What does trời ơi mean?” ? I’m sure you do. Except for trời ơi, let’s try to use the other advanced ways. Are you ready to surprise Vietnamese people with these phrases?
FAQs
What does troi oi mean in Vietnamese?
troi oi means OMG in Vietnamese
Trời đất ơi meaning?
Trời means Sky
Đất means Ground
ơi is a vocative particle, meaning it’s used to call someone’s attention or address them.
When you say: Trời đất ơi! You are calling God’s attention.
ối giời ơi meaning
ối giời ơi mean OMG. It’s used in Vietnamese Northern Accent
What does troi oi la troi mean?
Trời ơi là trời means OMG. It’s like calling out to God in a complaining or frustrated way.
trời ơi 意味
“trời ơi” 是越南语中非常常见的感叹词，直译是“天啊”或“老天爷啊”。
它常用于表达强烈的情绪，比如：惊讶、生气、抱怨、伤心或无奈。
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