Vietnamese · Question Words
thế nào
How
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about manner or condition.
Example
Cái này dùng thế nào?
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Etymology
'Thế nào' means 'how,' with 'thế' signifying 'this way' and 'nào' indicating a question. It has consistently served as a key question format in Vietnamese.
How & Where It’s Used
'Thế nào' is used predominantly in spoken Vietnamese, appearing in both casual and formal questions. It is recognized throughout different regions of Vietnam.