nhất là
[ɲət̚˧˦ laː˨˩]
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Meaning · English
(adverb) Used to emphasize one's following statement over the others: especially; most importantly
Adverb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tránh những chủ đề nhạy cảm, nhất là chính trị, khi muốn bắt chuyện xã giao.Avoid sensitive topics, especially politics, when you just want a casual conversation.
Xa xứ tôi có ước mong nhiều lắm, nhất là đoàn tụ cùng gia đình.I had many wishes in mind when being overseas, but first and foremost I want to see my family.
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “nhất là” mean?
(adverb) Used to emphasize one's following statement over the others: especially; most importantly
Is “nhất là” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.