đơn xin
Definition
- Noun:
- A written request: A formal, written document submitted to an authority, organization, or individual to ask for something, such as permission, a benefit, or consideration.
- An application form: A specific, often standardized document used to apply for something, such as a job, membership, or leave.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Tôi đã nộp đơn xin việc vào công ty đó. (I submitted a job application to that company.)
- Học sinh cần viết đơn xin nghỉ học gửi giáo viên chủ nhiệm. (Students need to write a request for leave to send to their homeroom teacher.)
- Anh ấy làm đơn xin cấp lại giấy phép lái xe. (He made an application for a replacement driver's license.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase "đơn xin" is almost always followed by the object of the request, forming a compound noun (e.g., , , ). The core meaning remains "a written request for [the specified thing]."
- It implies a formal or official procedure. An informal verbal request is typically "yêu cầu" or "đề nghị."
Variants and Related Words
- Đơn từ (n): General term for official papers, forms, or petitions. is a type of .
- Đơn đề nghị (n): A written proposal or suggestion; similar in formality to but often used for suggestions rather than personal requests.
- Giấy đăng ký (n): A registration form or document.
Synonyms
- Application: A formal request for something, such as a job.
- Petition: A formal written request, typically signed by many people.
- Request form: A document used to make an official request.
Related Idioms
- Viết đơn kêu trời: (To write a petition to heaven) An idiom expressing a situation where one has no one else to turn to for help or justice.
- Bị oan ức mà không biết gửi đơn vào đâu, đành viết đơn kêu trời. (Wronged and not knowing where to send a petition, they could only write a plea to heaven.)