Understanding Present Tense in Tiếng Việt
In Tiếng Việt, the present tense is used to describe actions that are happening right now or actions that happen regularly. It's like saying what you are doing or what you do often.
Important Points
- Present tense is used for actions happening now.
- It is also used for regular or habitual actions.
- Unlike English, Tiếng Việt often doesn't use specific words to indicate the present tense.
To express the present tense in Tiếng Việt, you usually just use the verb without any changes. Sometimes, words like 'đang' can be added to emphasize that something is happening right now.
Examples
- Tôi đang học bài. (I am studying.)
- Mẹ nấu ăn mỗi ngày. (Mom cooks every day.)
- Chúng tôi chơi bóng đá. (We play soccer.)
Remember, the present tense in Tiếng Việt is simple because you don't have to change the verb. Just use it as it is!
Examples
- Anh ấy đang đọc sách. (He is reading a book.)
- Họ đang ăn tối. (They are having dinner.)
- Em đang viết thư. (I am writing a letter.)