vào đề
Definition
- 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.)