mạnh dạn
Definition
- Adjective:
- Bold, courageous, daring: Describes a person who is not afraid to act, speak, or make decisions, especially in situations where others might hesitate or be fearful. It implies confidence and a willingness to take initiative.
- Forceful, vigorous: Can describe an action, policy, or approach that is implemented with strength, decisiveness, and without timidity.
Usage Examples
- Adjective: (He was very bold in expressing his opinion in front of the crowd.) (The company needs a forceful solution to overcome the crisis.) (She dared to invest in a new field.)
Advanced Usage
- "mạnh dạn đề xuất": to boldly propose. (The student boldly proposed an idea to improve the library.)
- "mạnh dạn thừa nhận": to courageously admit/acknowledge. (He courageously admitted his mistake.)
Variants and Related Words
- Mạnh mẽ (adj): strong, powerful, vigorous. Often describes physical strength or the intensity of an action/feeling. (A strong measure.)
- Táo bạo (adj): audacious, daring, bold. Can have a slightly stronger connotation of risk-taking than "mạnh dạn". (An audacious plan.)
- Dũng cảm (adj): brave, courageous. Often used in contexts involving physical danger or moral courage. (The brave soldier.)
Synonyms
- Bold (adj): showing a willingness to take risks; confident and courageous.
- Courageous (adj): not deterred by danger or pain; brave.
- Daring (adj): adventurous or audaciously bold.
- Assertive (adj): having or showing a confident and forceful personality.
Related Phrases / Idioms
- "Dám nghĩ dám làm": (idiom) To dare to think and dare to do. This idiom encapsulates the spirit of being "mạnh dạn". (To succeed, one must dare to think and dare to do.)
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strong forceful; forcible
