yeu

Yeu is the ASCII rendering of the Vietnamese word yêu, which means “to love.” In standard Vietnamese orthography, the word is written yêu, with diacritics that indicate its vowel quality and tone. The ASCII form yeu appears in contexts where diacritics are unavailable, such as early digital text, plain-text communication, or programming environments. It is also used in linguistic discussions or transliteration schemes that do not support Vietnamese characters.

As a verb, yêu expresses affection in romantic, familial, or patriotic contexts. Common phrases include tình yêu (love), yêu thương (to love dearly or benevolence), and yêu nước (patriotism). The word can appear in poetry, song lyrics, or everyday speech, where its tone and nuance are conveyed through context and, when available, diacritics.

In contemporary Vietnamese, diacritics are considered essential for correct spelling, and readers rely on context to interpret renditions without them. The ASCII form yeu is widely understood by speakers and learners as a romanized variant, though it is not used in formal writing. The term thus illustrates how Vietnamese orthography differs from ASCII transliteration and how digital text affects everyday language.