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bài học
/baːj˧˩˧ ha̰ʷk/
lesson
Mỗi lần thất bại đều là một bài học quý giá.
Every failure is a valuable lesson.
general
A lesson or experience that teaches someone something important, often through mistakes or challenges.
Cuộc sống dạy cho chúng ta nhiều bài học.
Life teaches us many lessons.
Bài học này giúp tôi trở nên khôn ngoan hơn.
This lesson made me wiser.
The term can refer to both formal lessons (e.g., in school) and life experiences.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Formal vs. Informal Contexts
'Bài học' is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings. For a more casual tone, you might say 'kinh nghiệm' (experience).
Gold Rule
Avoid Overgeneralization
While 'bài học' can refer to life experiences, it is not always interchangeable with 'kinh nghiệm' (experience). Use 'bài học' when emphasizing the learning aspect.
Word Origin
From 'bài' (lesson, class) + 'học' (to learn). The phrase refers to the educational or experiential process of learning.
Usage Notes
'Bài học' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, whether referring to academic lessons or life experiences.
Word Breakdown
bài
lesson, class
roothọc
to learn
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh