• SAIGON (noun) Meaning: A city in South Vietnam; formerly (as Saigon) it was the capital of French Indochina. Classified under: Nouns denoting spatial position.

What does Saigon mean?

Definitions of Saigon. a city in South Vietnam; formerly (as Saigon) it was the capital of French Indochina. synonyms: Ho Chi Minh City. example of: city, metropolis, urban center. a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts.

Is it rude to say Saigon?

In fact, the citys District 1 officially remains Saigon. So go ahead and say it. So, yes, it is unlikely to offend anyone.

What does Ho Chi Minh mean in Vietnamese?

Bringer of Light Ho Chi Minh (originally Nguyen That Thanh) was born on 19 May 1890 in Hoang Tru in central Vietnam. He adopted the name Ho Chi Minh, meaning Bringer of Light. At the end of World War Two the Viet Minh announced Vietnamese independence.

What did Ho Chi Minh believe?

As with Maoism, the core of Ho Chi Minh Thought is the belief that the peasantry is the revolutionary vanguard in pre-industrial societies rather than the proletariat. Ho Chi Minh Thought is rooted in: Marxism-Leninism. Traditional Vietnamese ideology and culture.

Should I say Sài Gòn or Ho Chi Minh?

Vietnams former capital has not one, but two names: Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon. Officially, the southern metropoliss name is Ho Chi Minh City, and has been for many years, but there are still a number of locals and visitors alike that call it Saigon.

Is Sài Gòn safe for tourists?

Saigon is a relatively safe destination for travellers. Violent crime against foreigners is rare. Common scams and crimes in Saigon: Bag and phone snatching: Travellers frequently fall victim to bag and phone snatchers on motorbikes when crossing the road.