/krɪˈmɪnəl ˈækʃən/ – Phrase
Definition: 1. hành vi phạm tội;
2. vụ kiện hình sự, việc truy tố theo luật hình sự;
3. trình tự tố tụng hình sự.
A more thorough explanation: A criminal action refers to a legal proceeding initiated by the government against an individual or entity accused of committing a crime. It involves the prosecution of the accused party in a court of law, with the aim of determining guilt or innocence and imposing penalties or sanctions if the accused is found guilty.
Example: The defendant was charged with theft, and the criminal action against him is scheduled to begin next week.