The Vietnamese word "bến nước" refers to a river wharf or river watering place. It is a place by the river where boats can dock or where people can come to get water.
In more complex sentences, you might describe activities that take place at "bến nước": - "Người dân thường đến bến nước để lấy nước cho sinh hoạt." (People often go to the river watering place to fetch water for daily use.) - This shows not just the location but also its purpose.
While "bến nước" primarily refers to a river wharf, it can also evoke a sense of community or gathering place, especially in rural areas where people rely on rivers for their water supply.