người lớn
/ŋɨəj lɔn/A person who has reached legal adulthood, typically 18 years or older, and is considered fully responsible for their actions.
Chỉ người lớn mới được phép mua rượu.
Only adults are allowed to buy alcohol.
Người lớn phải có giấy phép lái xe.
Adults must have a driver's license.
In Vietnamese culture, 'người lớn' often implies not just age but also maturity and social responsibility.
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Cultural Note
In Vietnamese, 'người lớn' is not just about age but also implies social responsibility and maturity.
📖Word Origin
Composed of 'người' (person) and 'lớn' (big/large), referring to someone who has grown up and is no longer a child.
📝Usage Notes
'Người lớn' is often used in legal, social, and familial contexts to distinguish between adults and minors. It can also carry connotations of maturity and independence.