phải không

Meaning

1. checking question

   particle

   Goes at the end of a statement, after a short pause, to check something you think is true, like '…, right?' or '…, isn't it?'. It fits after any statement, even one with là, and is fine with anyone.

   Answer phải or đúng rồi for yes, không phải for no. Hả is different: it reacts to news you've only just heard.

   • Em tên Lan, phải không?

     Your name's Lan, right?

   • Anh là người Mỹ, phải không?

     You're American, right?

   Grammar: Checking a statement: …, phải không?