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Definition of dong nai
dong nai
dong nai Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A province in the Southeast region of Vietnam, located to the east and northeast of Ho Chi Minh City, recognized as a major hub for industrial development and manufacturing.
Example
"Many international technology companies have established large manufacturing plants in the industrial zones of Dong Nai."
2
A major river in southern Vietnam that originates in the Central Highlands and flows into the East Sea, serving as a vital water source and transportation route for the region.
Example
"The Dong Nai river basin is crucial for sustaining agriculture and generating hydroelectric power in southern Vietnam."
Word Origin & Etymology
From the Vietnamese proper name 'Đồng Nai', which designates both a major river and a prominent province in the southeastern region of Vietnam.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dong nai. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dong nai