khang cát
Definition
- Adjective:
- Peaceful and prosperous: A formal, literary term describing a state of peace, safety, and good fortune. It implies a harmonious and auspicious condition, free from trouble and filled with well-being.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Mong rằng năm mới sẽ khang cát và thịnh vượng. (I hope the new year will be peaceful, prosperous, and thriving.)
- Họ chúc gia đình một cuộc sống khang cát. (They wished the family a peaceful and prosperous life.)
Advanced Usage
- This word is primarily used in formal, ceremonial, or literary contexts, such as in traditional blessings, wishes, prayers, or classical texts. It is not common in everyday spoken language.
Variants and Related Words
- An khang (adj): peaceful and healthy; a more commonly used term in modern blessings with a similar meaning.
- Chúc mọi người mạnh khỏe, an khang. (I wish everyone good health, peace, and wellness.)
Synonyms
- Peaceful and prosperous: Emphasizing both safety and success.
- Auspicious: Conducive to success; favorable.
- Tranquil and fortunate: Calm and blessed with good luck.
Related Idioms
- Phúc thọ khang ninh: An idiom expressing a wish for happiness, longevity, peace, and tranquility.
- Chúc cụ một đời phúc thọ khang ninh. (I wish you a life of happiness, longevity, peace, and tranquility.)