tự lập
[tɨ˧˨ʔ ləp̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to be self-reliant; to stand on one's own two feet
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
stand on one's own two feet
Be independent and self-sufficient
English
Near equivalent
tự thân vận động
to do things by oneself; to stand on one's own two feet
Tiếng Việt · via stand on one's own two feet
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Common questions
What does “tự lập” mean?
(verb) to be self-reliant; to stand on one's own two feet
Is “tự lập” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“stand on one's own two feet” (English) — near equivalent.