xông pha
Definition
- Verb:
- To charge forward; to plunge into: To move or advance boldly and directly into a challenging, dangerous, or demanding situation, such as a battlefield or a storm.
- To brave; to face courageously: To confront and endure difficult or hazardous conditions with determination and courage.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Người lính không ngại xông pha nơi tuyến đầu. (The soldier does not hesitate to charge forward to the front line.)
- Anh ấy xông pha trong cơn mưa lớn để giao hàng. (He braved the heavy rain to make the delivery.)
- Tinh thần xông pha của các nhà thám hiểm thật đáng khâm phục. (The explorers' spirit of plunging into the unknown is truly admirable.)
Advanced Usage
- The word often carries a connotation of vigor, fearlessness, and a willingness to take on hardship for a purpose. It is frequently used in contexts of combat, exploration, or overcoming severe natural conditions.
- It can be used metaphorically for tackling difficult tasks or challenges in work or life.
- Cô ấy sẵn sàng xông pha vào những dự án khó khăn nhất. (She is ready to plunge into the most difficult projects.)
Variants and Related Words
- Xông lên (v): to rush forward, to charge ahead.
- Đội quân xông lên tấn công. (The army charged forward to attack.)
- Xông vào (v): to rush into (a place, a fight).
- Anh ta xông vào đám cháy để cứu người. (He rushed into the fire to save people.)
Synonyms
- Charge: to attack by moving forward quickly and forcefully.
- Brave: to endure or face (unpleasant conditions) with courage.
- Venture: to go somewhere that is unknown or dangerous.
Related Idioms
- Xông pha trận mạc: to go into battle; to engage in combat. (Often used to describe a soldier's bravery.)
- Tuổi trẻ anh đã xông pha trận mạc. (In his youth, he went into battle.)
- Xông pha nắng gió: to brave the wind and sun; to work or travel tirelessly outdoors in harsh weather.
- Các phóng viên xông pha nắng gió để đưa tin. (The reporters brave the wind and sun to report the news.)