vào đời
Definition
- Verb phrase:
- To enter life / to start one's life: Refers to the transition from a period of education, training, or dependence into independent adult life and society, beginning one's career or facing the realities of the world.
- To make one's way in the world: To begin the journey of establishing oneself, building a career, and taking on adult responsibilities.
Usage Examples
- Verb phrase:
- Sau khi tốt nghiệp, cô ấy chính thức vào đời. (After graduating, she officially entered adult life.)
- Anh ấy vào đời với hai bàn tay trắng. (He started his life with nothing.)
- Vào đời là một bước ngoặt quan trọng. (Entering the adult world is an important turning point.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase often carries a connotation of facing challenges, gaining experience, and learning from the realities of society, distinct from sheltered student life.
- It can be used in a reflective or philosophical context about life's journey.
Variants and Related Words
- Bước vào đời (verb phrase): to step into life. A more descriptive synonym.
- Cậu ấy đang chuẩn bị bước vào đời. (He is preparing to step into the adult world.)
Synonyms
- To come of age: To reach adulthood.
- To start out in life: To begin one's independent adult life.
- To enter the world: To begin participating in society.
Related Idioms
- Vào đời lận đận: To have a difficult or troubled start in adult life.
- Cô ấy vào đời lận đận, gặp nhiều khó khăn. (She had a troubled start in life, encountering many difficulties.)