văn bài
Definition
- Noun:
- A student's written composition or essay: This refers to a piece of writing created by a student, typically as a school assignment or exam answer, to demonstrate their knowledge, analytical skills, and writing ability on a given topic.
- A written assignment or homework: Specifically denotes a formal written task, such as an essay or a composition, assigned to students.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Giáo viên yêu cầu học sinh nộp văn bài vào thứ Sáu. (The teacher requires students to submit their written composition on Friday.)
- Văn bài của cô ấy luôn được điểm cao. (Her essays always get high marks.)
- Anh ấy đang tập trung viết văn bài cho kỳ thi. (He is focusing on writing his exam composition.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is somewhat formal and academic, often used in educational contexts to distinguish a substantial written exercise from other types of homework or oral exams.
Variants and Related Words
- Bài văn (n): This is a more common and general term for an essay or composition. It is often used interchangeably with "văn bài," though "văn bài" can sound more formal or old-fashioned.
- Bài văn của em rất cảm động. (Your essay is very touching.)
Synonyms
- Composition: A piece of creative or analytical writing.
- Essay: A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
- Written assignment: A task given to students that requires a written response.
Related Idioms
- Chép văn bài: Literally "to copy a composition," meaning to plagiarize or copy someone else's work.
- Học sinh đó bị phạt vì chép văn bài của bạn. (That student was punished for copying his friend's essay.)