... thesis are mainly based on data analysis. A number of data relating to making invitations in both English and Vietnamese publications are collected from textbooks, short stories, books on English ... establish, maintain, reinforce and further strengthen social rapports. Americans and Vietnamese share certain similarities in terms of making and responding to invitations in social interactions. However, ... common understandings on making invitations for Dong Thap University English- majors to avoid cultural conflicts and effectively carrying out invitation -making in real life situations. In addition,...