What’s the difference between “rất” and “lắm”?

✅ Explanation:

Both “rất” and “lắm” mean “very”, but they are used in different positions in a sentence.

• “rất” comes before the adjective.

• “lắm” comes after the adjective.

📘 Câu ví dụ:

• Tôi rất vui. → I’m very happy.

• Tôi vui lắm. → I’m very happy. (same meaning, different structure)
  

📊Position in sentence

Rất: before adjective

Example: Tôi rất mệt.

Lắm: after adjective

Example: Tôi mệt lắm.

⚠️ Tips:

• Use “rất” in formal or written speech.

Use “lắm” in daily conversation, it sounds more emotional.