huyết tâm
Definition
- Noun (Archaic):
- Ardor; fervor; passion: A state of intense emotional enthusiasm, zeal, or burning passion for a cause, ideal, or endeavor.
- Heart's blood; utmost sincerity: Conveys a sense of dedication so profound it is as if one is pledging one's very lifeblood or core essence.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Các chiến sĩ chiến đấu với huyết tâm. (The soldiers fought with great ardor.)
- Lời hứa đó xuất phát từ huyết tâm của ông ấy. (That promise came from the very depths of his heart / his utmost sincerity.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily found in classical or literary Vietnamese, especially in historical or poetic contexts describing patriotic zeal, unwavering loyalty, or deep commitment. It is rarely used in modern everyday conversation.
Variants and Related Words
- Nhiệt huyết (n): enthusiasm, zeal (a more common modern term with a similar meaning).
- Anh ấy làm việc với nhiệt huyết của tuổi trẻ. (He works with the enthusiasm of youth.)
Synonyms
- Ardor: intense enthusiasm or passion.
- Fervor: passionate intensity.
- Zeal: great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.
- Passion: strong and barely controllable emotion.
Related Idioms
- While "huyết tâm" itself is not typically part of a common idiom, its meaning is closely related to the concept of:
- Hết lòng hết dạ: to put one's whole heart and soul into something.
- Cô ấy phục vụ khách hàng hết lòng hết dạ. (She serves customers with all her heart and soul.)