Significado
Stating the action of going to one's job.
Contexto cultural
The morning commute is a massive social event. Most people 'đi làm' on motorbikes, creating a unique urban landscape. It's common to see people wearing sun-protective clothing (ninja lead) while going to work. Punctuality is increasingly important in modern offices, but 'đi làm muộn' (going to work late) due to traffic is a very common and often excused occurrence in cities like Ho Chi Minh City. Saying 'thưa' (respectful particle) before 'con đi làm' is a sign of a well-bred child in traditional families, showing respect to elders even as an adult. In rural areas, 'đi làm' might still refer to manual labor in the fields, and the timing is often dictated by the sun rather than a clock.
Drop the 'Tôi'
In casual settings, just say 'Đi làm đây!' to sound more like a native speaker.
Tone matters
If you say 'làm' with a rising tone (lám), it means nothing. Keep it low and falling.
Significado
Stating the action of going to one's job.
Drop the 'Tôi'
In casual settings, just say 'Đi làm đây!' to sound more like a native speaker.
Tone matters
If you say 'làm' with a rising tone (lám), it means nothing. Keep it low and falling.
The Greeting
If someone asks 'Đi làm à?', they aren't being nosy; it's just a friendly way to say hello.
Tense is optional
You don't need to say 'đang' if it's obvious you are on your way.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to say 'I go to work at 7 AM'.
Tôi đi làm ___ 7 giờ sáng.
'Lúc' is the correct preposition for specific points in time.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I'm off to work' to your older brother?
Choose the best option:
When talking to an older brother, you refer to yourself as 'Em'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Bạn đang đi đâu đấy? B: ________.
The question asks where you are going, so 'Tôi đi làm' is the logical answer.
Match the phrase to the situation: 'Tôi đi làm bằng xe buýt'.
Which situation fits this phrase?
'Bằng xe buýt' means 'by bus', which describes the commute.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosTôi đi làm ___ 7 giờ sáng.
'Lúc' is the correct preposition for specific points in time.
Choose the best option:
When talking to an older brother, you refer to yourself as 'Em'.
A: Bạn đang đi đâu đấy? B: ________.
The question asks where you are going, so 'Tôi đi làm' is the logical answer.
Which situation fits this phrase?
'Bằng xe buýt' means 'by bus', which describes the commute.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasTechnically yes, but it sounds a bit odd. Most people say 'Tôi làm việc tại nhà' or 'Hôm nay tôi làm ở nhà'.
'Đi làm' is the everyday phrase for going to your job. 'Đi làm việc' is more formal and focuses on the act of working.
No! In fact, you should use the pronoun that fits your relationship with the listener (Anh, Em, Chị, etc.).
You say 'Tôi đi làm muộn'.
Yes, it applies to any job, full-time or part-time.
No, that is grammatically incorrect. Never put 'đến' between 'đi' and 'làm'.
You say 'Tôi không muốn đi làm'.
Yes, 'đi cày' (going to plow) is common slang for going to work hard.
No, it just implies you are going. You can add the method of transport later.
No, use 'đi công tác' for business trips.
You can still say 'Tôi đi làm', but you might say 'Tôi lên cơ quan' to sound more specific.
Ask 'Bạn đã đi làm chưa?'.
Frases relacionadas
Làm việc
similarTo work / to do a task
Đi học
contrastTo go to school
Nghỉ làm
contrastTo take a day off
Đi công tác
specialized formTo go on a business trip
Tăng ca
builds onTo work overtime
Thất nghiệp
contrastUnemployed
