Vietnamese · Common Verbs
làm việc
To work
Beginnerverb
Definition
To do a job, literally to do work.
Example
Tôi làm việc ở một công ty lớn.
I work at a big company.
Etymology
'Làm việc' combines 'làm' (to do) with 'việc' (work), forming a compound phrase that directly translates to 'to work.' Its components showcase Vietnamese functionality in verbal phrases.
How & Where It’s Used
'Làm việc' is primarily used in formal contexts, relating to employment and tasks, and is prevalent in both spoken and written language, especially in business settings.