Definition

1. Verb phrase:
   • To get to the point / to come to the subject: To begin discussing the main topic or central issue of a conversation, presentation, or piece of writing after an introduction or preliminary remarks.
   • To lead into the topic: The act of transitioning from introductory comments to the core subject matter.

Usage Examples

• Verb phrase:
  • Anh ấy nói dài dòng mãi rồi mới vào đề. (He talked at length before finally getting to the point.)
  • Bài viết nên vào đề nhanh để thu hút người đọc. (The article should get to the subject quickly to attract readers.)
  • Sau phần chào hỏi, diễn giả đã vào đề một cách ấn tượng. (After the greetings, the speaker led into the topic impressively.)

Advanced Usage

• This phrase is often used in formal or academic contexts to critique or describe the structure of a speech, essay, or discussion. It evaluates how effectively the main subject is introduced.

Variants and Related Words

• Dẫn nhập (n/v): introduction; to introduce. This is a more formal, single-word synonym often used for written works.
  • Phần dẫn nhập của luận văn rất rõ ràng. (The introduction of the thesis is very clear.)

Synonyms

• To introduce the topic: To bring the main subject forward for discussion.
• To broach the subject: To begin a discussion of a potentially delicate topic.
• To get down to business: To start dealing with the most important matter.

Related Idioms

• Vào thẳng vấn đề: To get straight to the point/to cut to the chase. This idiom implies a more direct and immediate approach than "vào đề."
  • Chúng ta còn ít thời gian, hãy vào thẳng vấn đề đi. (We have little time, let's get straight to the point.)