xe ôm

Meaning

Highlighted words are what Saigon and Hà Nội say differently.

1. motorbike taxi

   noun

   Ôm is to hold on: the passenger rides behind the driver. Today often booked in an app.

   • Đi xe ôm ra chợ bao nhiêu tiền?

     How much is a motorbike taxi to the market?

   • Saigon

     Đầu hẻm có mấy chú xe ôm.

     Hà Nội

     Đầu ngõ có mấy chú xe ôm.

     There are a few motorbike taxi drivers at the end of the alley.