mát

Meaning

Highlighted words are what Saigon and Hà Nội say differently.

1. cool

   adjective

   Always pleasant, unlike lạnh: trời mát is lovely weather.

   • Saigon

     Chiều nay trời mát ghê.

     Hà Nội

     Chiều nay trời mát thật.

     It's lovely and cool this afternoon.

   • Ngồi đây mát hơn.

     It's cooler sitting here.