"Con Cò Bé Bé" is a charming and upbeat nursery rhyme about a little stork. The song is designed to engage young children with its simple and repetitive lyrics, introducing them to the world of animals and nature in a fun way. It is often sung in a playful manner to encourage interaction and movement, making it a staple in activities that promote learning about wildlife, especially in rural settings where storks are prevalent. It highlights themes of exploration and discovery in the natural world, fostering a sense of wonder in children.
Nursery Rhymes, Vietnamese Kids Songs
Con Cò Bé Bé
Background: This traditional Vietnamese children's song is often sung during playtime. It highlights the beauty of nature through the imagery of birds, fostering a love for wildlife among children. Its simple melody and repetitive lyrics make it easy to remember, promoting early language skills.
Con Cò Bé Bé Lyrics
in Vietnamese Nhạc Thiếu Nhi
Con cò bé bé nó đậu cành tre đi không hỏi mẹ biết đi đường nào? Khi đi em hỏi, khi về em chào, miệng em chúm chím mẹ có yêu không nào.
Little Baby Stork Vietnamese Song
Con Cò Bé Bé translated to English
The little stork perched on a bamboo branch goes without mothers permission where did you go? Ask before you go Greet when you come home your lips pursed does mother still love me?
Con Cò Bé Bé - What does it mean?
Translations get confusing because it's difficult to understand pronouns in Vietnamese through translations. "I" and "you" can often be the same term. In this story, the little stork has gone out, and the mother is frustrated because she does not know where he is. She lectures and says you should say hi when you come home and bye when you leave, and ask for permission, but right now she has no idea where he's gone to. It ends in a more playful way citing, it's so difficult to love you when you don't listen to her. This rhyme is often sung.
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