If you know a Vietnamese person, there is about a 40% chance that they are a Nguyen. That’s a crazy stat that not a lot of people know in the West. I’m a Nguyen myself!

Many words and even names can sound different depending on where you are in the country. That can be difficult, even for Vietnamese people, so no one will expect you to know the local dialect if you are traveling and learning the language. The combination of the letters ‘Ng’ can lead to a little bewilderment for foreigners.

Now you know how to say NGUYEN! I hope this helps you pronounce your friend or relatives name so you can impress them the next time you meet up. :)

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