đem thân

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The Vietnamese phrase "đem thân" can be understood as "to risk one's life" or "to put oneself in danger." It is often used in contexts where someone is taking a significant risk, especially in situations related to fighting or facing danger.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đem thân" can be used in both formal and informal situations, but it is more commonly found in writings, speeches, or discussions about bravery, sacrifice, or commitment to a cause.
• The phrase is often followed by specific contexts where the risk is taken, such as "chốn chiến trường" (the battlefield) or other perilous situations.

Example:

• "Anh ấy đã đem thân ra chốn chiến trường để bảo vệ đất nước."
  • Translation: "He risked his life on the battlefield to protect the country."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "đem thân" can be used metaphorically to describe situations where someone is putting themselves at risk for a cause, such as: - "Đem thân vì lý tưởng" - "To risk one's life for an ideal." - This can apply to activism, humanitarian efforts, or any situation where personal safety is sacrificed for a greater good.

Word Variants:

• A related phrase is "đem mạng sống" which translates to "to risk one's life" as well, but it emphasizes the aspect of life more directly.

Different Meanings:

While "đem thân" predominantly means to risk one's life, in some poetic or literary contexts, it can also imply a deeper level of commitment or devotion to a cause or person that may not necessarily involve physical danger.

Synonyms:

• "Hy sinh" – which means "to sacrifice," often used in a similar context.
• "Liều mình" – which translates to "to risk oneself" and can also convey a sense of bravery or recklessness.

Academic

1. Risk one's life
   • Đem thân ra chốn chiến trường
     To risk one's life at th battlefield