What is “Ép biển số” in English?

My cousin called me, worried: “Hey, how do you say ‘ép biển số’ for motorcycles in English? I’m going to study abroad and bringing my bike, but I don’t know how to explain it.” I laughed when I heard it; it turns out he was worried about “ép biển số.” Don’t worry, let me explain it to you!

“Ép biển số” – How to Translate it Correctly into English?

Actually, “ép biển số” is just a colloquial Vietnamese phrase. Westerners don’t have the concept of “ép biển số” like we do. Instead, when you want to describe attaching a license plate to a vehicle, you can use the following phrases:

• Attach/ mount/ affix the license plate: These are the most common and easiest ways to understand, simply meaning to attach the license plate to the vehicle.
• Register the vehicle: This phrase emphasizes the act of registering the vehicle with the authorities to obtain a license plate.
• Get the vehicle licensed: Similar to the above, but focuses on the vehicle being licensed after receiving a license plate.

So, what should you pay attention to when registering a vehicle abroad?

Each country will have its own regulations regarding vehicle registration and license plate attachment. For example, in the US, you need to bring your personal documents, vehicle documents, and proof of residency to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to complete the procedures. After completion, you will receive a new license plate and vehicle documents.

Funny Stories about License Plates in Vietnam

Speaking of license plates, Vietnamese people also have many funny stories. There are stories about “hunting” for beautiful license plates, and “quadruple,” “quintuple” license plates being offered for sale at exorbitant prices. A friend of mine, who lives in Cau Giay district, intentionally bought a car with a license plate from a province to get the license plate “30E – Tâm linh ông địa” for good luck.

The story of license plates seems small, but it turns out to contain many interesting things. Whether you are in Vietnam or anywhere else in the world, always obey traffic laws and drive safely!

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