Nghỉ việc

/ŋi˧ˀ˨ viək˧ˀ˨/
phraseIntermediate
formalinformal

To resign from one's job or employment.

Cô ấy nghỉ việc vì muốn dành thời gian cho gia đình.

She quit her job because she wanted to spend time with her family.

Ông giám đốc thông báo nghỉ việc sau 20 năm làm việc.

The director announced his resignation after 20 years of work.

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This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when referring to leaving a job.

Collocations

nghỉ việc tự nguyệnto resign voluntarilynghỉ việc vì lý do sức khỏeto quit for health reasonsnghỉ việc vì lý do cá nhânto quit for personal reasons

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

bỏ việcphrase
to quit a job
từ chứcphrase
to resign (often from a formal position)

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Usage

While 'nghỉ việc' is neutral, 'từ chức' is more formal and often used in official documents or high-ranking positions.

Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Use 'nghỉ việc' when referring to quitting a job, and avoid using it for temporary leave or vacation.

📖Word Origin

The phrase is composed of 'nghỉ' (to rest/quit) and 'việc' (work/job), reflecting the action of leaving employment.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is commonly used in job-related contexts.

Word Breakdown

nghỉ
to rest/quit
root
+
việc
work/job
root
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