Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Leisurely and carefree: Describes a state of being free from work or obligations, characterized by ease, relaxation, and a lack of worry or hurry.
   • Idle and without care: Connotes a rare or precious state of idleness and freedom from concerns.

2. Verb (less common):

   • To stroll about leisurely: To walk or wander in a relaxed, unhurried manner for pleasure.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Anh ấy sống một cuộc sống nhàn tản ở nông thôn. (He lives a leisurely and carefree life in the countryside.)
  • Cô ấy tận hưởng những giây phút nhàn tản hiếm hoi. (She enjoys her rare moments of idle leisure.)
• Verb:
  • Họ nhàn tản trong công viên vào buổi chiều. (They strolled leisurely in the park in the afternoon.)

Advanced Usage

• The word often carries a literary or slightly formal tone, describing an idealized state of relaxation and freedom from worldly cares. It is not typically used for short breaks but rather for extended periods or a general lifestyle.

Variants and Related Words

• Nhàn nhã (adj): leisurely, gentle, easygoing. This is a more common synonym.
  • Cuộc sống nhàn nhã. (An easygoing life.)
• Thong thả (adj/adv): slowly, unhurriedly.
  • Anh ấy bước đi thong thả. (He walked unhurriedly.)

Synonyms

• Leisurely: Acting or done at leisure; unhurried or relaxed.
• Carefree: Free from anxiety or responsibility.
• Idle: Spending time doing nothing; not active or in use.

Related Idioms

• While "nhàn tản" itself is not commonly part of fixed idioms, it relates to the concept of "nhàn cư vi bất thiện" (Idleness is the root of all mischief), highlighting a traditional view contrasting with the positive connotation of "nhàn tản."

1. go for a leisurely walk, stroll about leisurely