khí độ
Definition
- Noun:
- Bearing / Demeanor: The outward manner, appearance, and conduct of a person, especially as it reflects their inner character, dignity, or composure.
- Magnanimity / Generosity of spirit: A noble quality of being generous, forgiving, and rising above pettiness; a broadness of mind and spirit.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ông ấy có khí độ của một nhà lãnh đạo. (He has the bearing of a leader.)
- Đối thủ đã thể hiện một khí độ rất đáng kính trọng sau trận thua. (The opponent showed very admirable magnanimity after the defeat.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is formal and literary, often used to describe the impressive and dignified qualities of a person's character or presence.
Variants and Related Words
Khí chất (n): Character, nature, or quality of a person.
- Khí chất của cô ấy rất mạnh mẽ. (Her character is very strong.)
Khí phách (n): Mettle, spirit, or heroic spirit.
- Người anh hùng với khí phách hiên ngang. (The hero with an indomitable spirit.)
Synonyms
- Bearing: The way a person carries or conducts themselves.
- Demeanor: Outward behavior or bearing.
- Magnanimity: Generosity of spirit, especially towards a rival or less powerful person.
- Stature: Importance or reputation gained by ability or achievement, often reflected in one's bearing.
Related Idioms
- While "khí độ" itself is not commonly part of a fixed idiom, it relates to concepts in phrases about character:
- Có tầm có khí: To have both vision and noble character.