bạn thân
[ʔɓaːn˧˨ʔ tʰən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) a close friend
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Linh là một người bạn thân của tôi.Linh is a close friend of mine.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) the best friend
Examples
Bạn thân của tôi học rất giỏi.My best friend studies very well.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bạn thân” mean?
(noun) a close friend
Is “bạn thân” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.