về già
[ve˨˩ zaː˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to get old; to grow old
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Khi ta về già, ai sẽ lo cho ta?Who will look after me in my old age?
Ta có dành dụm được chút tiền phòng khi về già.I've got a little money put aside for my old age.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “về già” mean?
(verb) to get old; to grow old
Is “về già” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.