Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Conciliatory and gentle; inclined to avoid conflict and show leniency: Describes a person's character or an approach that is mild, tolerant, and seeks harmony.
   • Moderate and generous in judgment; not strict or severe: Refers to a forgiving, indulgent, or easygoing attitude towards others' faults or differing opinions.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Ông ấy có tính cách rất khoan hòa, luôn tìm cách giải quyết mâu thuẫn bằng lời nói. (He has a very conciliatory character, always seeking to resolve conflicts through dialogue.)
  • Chính sách khoan hòa của vị vua đã mang lại thời kỳ thịnh vượng. (The king's moderate policy brought about a period of prosperity.)
  • Cô ấy nhìn nhận lỗi lầm của người khác với thái độ khoan hòa. (She views others' mistakes with a lenient attitude.)

Advanced Usage

• Philosophical/Religious Context: Can denote a principle or doctrine of laxism, emphasizing permissiveness and tolerance.
  • Chủ nghĩa khoan hòa trong tôn giáo đôi khi bị chỉ trích là quá dễ dãi. (Laxism in religion is sometimes criticized for being too permissive.)

Variants and Related Words

• Khoan dung (adj): Tolerant, forgiving, merciful. Often focuses more on forgiveness than on gentle conciliation.

  • Sự khoan dung là một đức tính quý giá. (Tolerance is a precious virtue.)

• Ôn hòa (adj): Mild, temperate, moderate. Often describes climate or a calm, non-extreme demeanor.

  • Khí hậu ôn hòa. (Temperate climate.)

Synonyms

• Conciliatory: Intended to placate or gain goodwill.
• Lenient: Merciful or tolerant in judging others.
• Indulgent: Inclined to be overly generous or permissive.
• Moderate: Not extreme; within reasonable limits.

Related Idioms

• Lấy khoan hòa đãi người: To treat people with gentleness and conciliation. This idiom advises using a mild and tolerant approach in human interactions.
  • Trong mọi tình huống, ông ấy đều lấy khoan hòa đãi người. (In every situation, he treats people with gentleness and conciliation.)

1. Generous and kind