lỗi lầm
Definition
- Noun:
- A mistake; an error: An action, decision, or judgment that is wrong or incorrect.
- A fault; a wrongdoing: A more serious error that often involves a moral failing or a breach of rules, leading to negative consequences.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ai cũng có thể phạm phải lỗi lầm. (Anyone can make a mistake.)
- Anh ấy đã thừa nhận lỗi lầm của mình. (He admitted his wrongdoing.)
- Chúng ta nên học hỏi từ những lỗi lầm trong quá khứ. (We should learn from past errors.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "lỗi lầm" often carries a weight of regret or moral responsibility. It is commonly used in contexts involving personal growth, forgiveness, or the consequences of one's actions.
- Tình yêu có thể tha thứ cho mọi lỗi lầm. (Love can forgive all faults.)
Variants and Related Words
- Lỗi (n): A mistake, error, or fault. This is a more general and commonly used term, often for less serious or technical mistakes.
- Lỗi chính tả (spelling mistake)
- Sai lầm (n): An error, a blunder. This term emphasizes the aspect of being wrong or incorrect in judgment or action.
- Đó là một quyết định sai lầm. (That was a wrong decision.)
Synonyms
- Mistake: An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.
- Error: A deviation from accuracy or correctness.
- Fault: Responsibility for a mistake or wrongdoing.
- Wrongdoing: Illegal or dishonest behavior.
Related Idioms
- Nhận lỗi lầm: To admit one's mistakes/faults.
- Một người trưởng thành biết cách nhận lỗi lầm. (A mature person knows how to admit their faults.)
- Chữa lỗi lầm: To correct one's mistakes; to make amends.
- Anh ấy đang cố gắng chữa lỗi lầm. (He is trying to make amends for his mistakes.)