Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Quick-minded; quick-witted: Having a mind that works rapidly and effectively; able to think and understand things quickly and clearly.
   • Intelligent; bright: Possessing a naturally sharp and alert intellect.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Đứa trẻ đó rất sáng trí. (That child is very quick-witted.)
  • Cô ấy sáng trí nên học cái gì cũng nhanh. (She is quick-minded, so she learns everything rapidly.)
  • Một người sáng trí sẽ tìm ra giải pháp. (A quick-witted person will find a solution.)

Advanced Usage

• The term often describes an innate, natural sharpness of mind rather than knowledge acquired through study. It emphasizes speed and clarity of thought.

Variants and Related Words

• Sáng dạ (adj): Bright, quick to learn (often used for children or students).

  • Học sinh sáng dạ. (A bright student.)

• Sáng suốt (adj): Clear-sighted, sagacious; implies wisdom and sound judgment.

  • Nhà lãnh đạo sáng suốt. (A clear-sighted leader.)

Synonyms

• Quick-witted
• Sharp
• Bright
• Intelligent
• Clever

Related Idioms

• Sáng trí sáng lòng: To be quick-witted and kind-hearted; describes someone who is both intelligent and virtuous.
  • Anh ấy không chỉ sáng trí mà còn sáng lòng. (He is not only quick-witted but also kind-hearted.)

1. Quick-minded; quick-witted