mẫn nhuệ
Definition
- Adjective:
- Sharp and agile (of the mind): Describes a mind that is exceptionally quick, keen, and incisive in thinking, understanding, or analysis.
- Acute and penetrating (of intellect or perception): Refers to a high level of mental acuity, alertness, and perceptiveness.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Trí tuệ mẫn nhuệ là yếu tố then chốt để giải quyết vấn đề. (A sharp and agile intellect is the key factor in solving the problem.)
- Nhà phê bình đó có cái nhìn rất mẫn nhuệ. (That critic has a very acute and penetrating perspective.)
- Sự mẫn nhuệ trong tư duy giúp anh ấy học rất nhanh. (The acuity in his thinking helps him learn very quickly.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is considered literary and formal. It is often used in written contexts to praise exceptional intellectual capability, strategic thinking, or analytical prowess, particularly in academic, critical, or leadership contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Mẫn (adj): This root implies quickness, sharpness, and diligence (e.g., - sensitive, - keen, sharp).
- Nhuệ (adj): This root implies sharpness and incisiveness (e.g., - elite, highly trained; often used for troops, but also for intellect).
Synonyms
- Keen: Having or showing eagerness, enthusiasm, or sharpness.
- Acute: Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight.
- Penetrating: Able to understand or see things quickly and thoroughly.
- Astute: Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
- Incisive: Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking.
Related Idioms
- Tinh thần mẫn nhuệ: A state of sharp and alert spirit or mind.
- Người lãnh đạo cần có một tinh thần mẫn nhuệ. (A leader needs to have a sharp and alert spirit.)