dẫn khởi
Definition
- Verb:
- To initiate / to set in motion: The primary meaning of "dẫn khởi" is to cause something to begin or to be the initial catalyst for a process, event, or series of thoughts.
- To prompt / to give rise to: It refers to the action of provoking or stimulating the emergence of an idea, feeling, or situation.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Một sự kiện nhỏ có thể dẫn khởi một cuộc cách mạng lớn. (A small event can initiate a major revolution.)
- Câu nói của ông ấy dẫn khởi nhiều suy nghĩ trong tôi. (His statement gave rise to many thoughts in me.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is considered formal and is more commonly found in academic, philosophical, or literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation. It often describes abstract causation.
Variants and Related Words
- Khởi đầu (v): to begin, to start. This is a much more common and general synonym.
- Khởi phát (v): to originate, to break out (often used for diseases or conflicts).
- Dẫn đến (v): to lead to. This is a very common phrase for indicating a result or consequence.
Synonyms
- Initiate: to cause something to begin.
- Prompt: to incite or give rise to an action or feeling.
- Catalyze: to cause or accelerate a process or reaction.
Notes on Usage
- "Dẫn khởi" is a rare and formal compound verb. The reference definition "promouvoir" (to promote) aligns with the sense of initiating or advancing something. It is important not to confuse it with the more frequent verb "dẫn đến" (to lead to), which focuses on the result rather than the initial spark.