kì công
Definition
- Noun:
- A remarkable feat; a great exploit: An extraordinary and admirable achievement that requires exceptional effort, skill, or perseverance.
- A marvel; a wonder: Something that causes astonishment or admiration due to its exceptional nature.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Việc hoàn thành công trình đó quả là một kì công. (Completing that construction project was truly a remarkable feat.)
- Bức tranh này là một kì công của nghệ thuật. (This painting is a marvel of art.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used to describe achievements in construction, art, science, or any field where the result seems almost miraculous due to the immense effort or ingenuity involved.
- Kì công của y học hiện đại đã cứu sống bệnh nhân. (The marvel of modern medicine saved the patient.)
Variants and Related Words
- Kỳ tích (n): A miracle; an extraordinary feat. Often used interchangeably with , though can sometimes imply a more miraculous or against-all-odds quality.
- Chiến thắng đó được coi là một kỳ tích. (That victory is considered a miracle.)
Synonyms
- Feat: An achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength.
- Exploit: A notable or heroic act.
- Marvel: Something that causes wonder.
- Masterpiece: A work of outstanding artistry or skill.
Related Idioms
- Bỏ ra nhiều kì công: To put in tremendous effort.
- Họ đã bỏ ra nhiều kì công để nghiên cứu. (They put in tremendous effort to conduct the research.)