“Cơm Nước Gì Chưa Người Đẹp” – Vietnam’s Latest Viral Trend!

From a familiar Vietnamese social greeting, "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" (Have you eaten yet, beautiful?) suddenly went viral across social media platforms after just one simple TikTok clip. This Vietnamese viral phrase demonstrates the power of intimate language — when warm greetings become tools for content creation, social connection, and building online communities.

So what exactly is the "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" trend, and where did it originate? Let's explore this fascinating Vietnamese greeting phenomenon with CHUS!

What Does "Cơm Nước Gì Chưa Người Đẹp" Mean?

"Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" is an intimate question that replaces the traditional "have you eaten yet?" greeting common among Vietnamese people, especially those from the western regions. The phrase "Have you eaten yet?" has long been familiar, almost serving as a casual greeting when close friends and family meet. The addition of "người đẹp" (beautiful person) might sound flirtatious, but it's actually a playful, affectionate way of addressing someone, showing care in a warm, approachable manner.

Recently, this Vietnamese viral phrase has suddenly become a viral phenomenon, spreading across all social media platforms. From TikTok to Facebook, countless young people, KOLs, KOCs, and even major fan pages have jumped on this TikTok trend Vietnam, creating many interesting variations such as:

• "Have you finished your project yet, beautiful?"
• "How's your deadline coming along, beautiful?"
• "Has your salary arrived yet, beautiful?"

But where did "cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" come from and why did it go viral? Keep reading to find out!

Where Did "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" Trend Start?

Everything started with a TikTok video by @hoangnghibao on February 11, 2025. In a brief 8-second clip, he gently asked: "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp, lướt TikTok hoài vậy..." (Have you eaten yet, beautiful? You’re on TikTok all the time…).

Just one simple sentence went dizzyingly viral, being shared everywhere with over 6 million views by February 19. Perhaps it was because the young man had such a relaxed, mischievous, endearing, and somewhat... amusing expression (in a positive way!). By the end of June 2025, this video had reached 8 million views with over 430,000 likes - a dream-worthy number!

Following this success, countless videos jumping on the "cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" trend emerged, from comedic TikTokers, KOCs, artists to users everywhere. Interesting variations also appeared, following the formula: "... gì chưa người đẹp" (... yet, beautiful?) creating laughter everywhere. Currently, this phrase seems to have become familiar slang. It's truly an incredibly enduring Vietnamese social media trend!

Why Do Vietnamese People Love "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" Phrase?

If you’ve been in Vietnam for a while, you might have noticed that instead of asking “How are you?”, people often ask “Have you eaten yet?” (Ăn cơm chưa?). It’s a super common way to check in on someone, especially in Southern Vietnam.

Meanwhile, calling someone “beautiful” (người đẹp) might sound flirty, it’s actually a friendly and quirky way to address females of all ages. It adds a lighthearted and playful touch, making the phrase feel both warm and amusing rather than overly flirtatious.

Why Did "Cơm Nước Gì Chưa Người Đẹp" Go Viral?

To become viral on TikTok really requires the perfect alignment of timing, location, and human connection. The reasons why "cơm nước gị chưa người đẹp" went viral can be explained as:

• Relatability: The phrase uses everyday language familiar to many Vietnamese people – especially those from the western regions – making it easy to create a sense of familiarity without distance.
• Endearing Quality: The sweet, authentic expression and tone of TikToker Nghi Khùn made the phrase not only funny but also "healing" in our busy lifestyle.
• Flexible Format: The structure allows easy replacement of "cơm nước" (food/meal) with any action – from "bathing," "going to work," "receiving salary" to "making reports" – preventing the phrase from being limited to one context.
• Universal Appeal: Easy to understand, non-sensitive, without gender, age, or regional discrimination – anyone can participate, from students to office workers, from Gen Z to Gen X.

The Funniest "Have you eaten yet, beautiful?" Captions Compilation

As soon as the phrase blew up, TikTokers, influencers, and even big brands jumped in, putting their own spin on it.

Influencers & TikTokers Got on Board

Loads of Vietnamese KOLs, KOCs, and TikTokers started using the phrase in their videos, racking up millions of views. A few big names who joined the trend include:

CrisDevilGamer (TikTok)

Hoàng Hiệp Entertainment (TikTok)

Big Brands & Fan Pages Joined the Fun

Even major brands and fan pages hopped on the trend, using it in their marketing and memes:

Spotify Vietnam posted: “Enjoying uninterrupted music yet, beautiful?”

Teamfight Tactics (TFT) turned it into a gaming joke: “Hit the jackpot yet, beautiful?”

League of Legends Vietnam asked players: “Tried the new ARURF mode yet, beautiful?”

A One Piece fan page remixed it into: “Wanna live yet, beautiful?” 

Hoa Lo Prison Museum even got in on the trend: “Visited Hoa Lo Prison yet, beautiful?”

AEON Vietnam used it in their Valentine’s Day campaign to advertise gifts.

Funny Memes Inspired by the Trend

Of course, the internet took things further—Vietnamese netizens flooded social media with memes. Some of the best ones include:

Chấm Comics made a comic about someone too tired to sleep but still scrolling on their phone.

 A meme reminding people to take care of their health when it’s cold and rainy.

Pet memes featuring animals with their “favorite meals” in the trend’s style.

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Wrapping It Up

Now you know why “Have you eaten yet, beautiful?” is everywhere in Vietnam! It started as a simple greeting but turned into a fun, lighthearted way to chat, flirt, and make viral content.

So… have you bought a gift yet, beautiful? If not, let Chus help you find unique, handcrafted gifts from Vietnamese artisans! Because gifting should never be boring—it should be stylish and thoughtful. 

FAQs

• "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" là gì?
  "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" is a familiar Vietnamese way of asking about someone's meals, similar to "Have you eaten yet?" but expressed in a more endearing and intimate manner. Since early 2025, this phrase unexpectedly became a viral TikTok trend when young Vietnamese users started using it as humorous captions for their videos.
• Who created the phrase "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp"?
  The phrase "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" doesn't have a specific author; it's an intimate and long-standing colloquialism in Vietnamese folk culture. However, its rise as a trending phrase on TikTok is attributed to Vietnamese TikToker Nghi Khùn (@hoangnghibao).
• Why did "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" go viral?
  "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" went viral due to its perfect blend of traditional intimacy and Gen Z trends. The phrase is sweet, humorous, memorable, and suitable for various situations from joking to flirting.
• When did the "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" trend start?
  The trend "Cơm nước gì chưa người đẹp" first appeared and spread rapidly on TikTok Vietnam in early 2025, creating a viral wave that lasted for several months.