Vietnamese · Adjectives
tốt
Good
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of high quality or pleasant.
Example
Đây là một bộ phim rất tốt.
This is a very good film.
Etymology
'Tốt' originates from Middle Vietnamese, likely deriving from older forms that conveyed goodness or quality. Its meaning has remained quite stable in the modern lexicon.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tốt' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in everyday conversation and written communication. It is universally recognized across various Vietnamese dialects.
Literary Heritage
Found in proverbs and folk sayings, such as 'tốt gỗ hơn tốt nước sơn' (a good wood is better than good paint), illustrating the value of quality.