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Part 3: Important Events

Examiner: What are some important events that are celebrated in your country?

You: There are two main categories: domestic holidays and foreign celebrations. For domestic holidays, Tet (Lunar New Year) is definitely the biggest one. It’s a time for families to gather together, cook traditional foods, and have huge cook-outs. There are also firework displays and flag raisings. Everyone sings the national anthem and plays traditional games – it’s a real celebration of Vietnamese culture.

Examiner: That sounds like a lot of fun! Are there any foreign celebrations that are popular in Vietnam?

You: Yes, some! Christmas is becoming increasingly popular, especially in bigger cities. People decorate their homes, exchange gifts, and maybe even have a Christmas dinner. Halloween is also gaining traction, especially with younger folks. It’s more about the costumes and spooky decorations than trick-or-treating.

Examiner: Do you think these foreign celebrations take away from the importance of traditional holidays?

You: Not necessarily. I think Vietnamese culture is very strong, and Tet will always be the main event. Foreign celebrations are more like a bit of extra fun, especially for younger generations.

Examiner: You mentioned family gatherings earlier. How important are these in Vietnamese culture?

You: Extremely important! Vietnam is a very collectivist society. Family comes first, and big events are always a chance to flock together. You’ll see families having reunions, dinners, and even trips together. It’s more about the connection with loved ones than anything else.

Examiner: Is there a specific event where this sense of community is really strong?

You: Definitely! During Tet, the streets come alive with people. There’s a real cacophony of sound – people talking, laughing, bargaining, and enjoying themselves. It’s a beautiful reminder of the importance of family and community in Vietnamese culture.

Cụm hay: 

  • Domestic holidays: lễ hội trong nước
  • Foreign celebrations: lễ hội nước ngoài
  • Lunar New Year: Tết Nguyên Đán
  • Traditional foods: món ăn truyền thống 
  • Huge cook-outs: tiệc nướng ngoài trời đông người 
  • National anthem: Quốc ca
  • Traditional games: trò chơi dân gian
  • Decorate their homes: trang trí nhà cửa
  • Exchange gifts: tặng quà
  • Gaining traction: ngày càng phổ biến
  • Spooky decorations: đồ trang trí ma quái
  • Trick-or-treating: đi xin bánh kẹo 
  • Collectivist society: xã hội tập thể
  • Flock together: quây quần bên nhau
  • Reunions: gặp mặt gia đình
  • Sense of community: tinh thần cộng đồng
  • Cacophony of sound: âm thanh hỗn hợp

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