thi thố
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Verb: - To exert, to display, to put forth (one's abilities, talents, or efforts): The word "thi thố" means to bring out and apply all of one's strength, skill, or talent to accomplish something, often in a context of competition or demonstration.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Anh ấy muốn thi thố tài năng của mình trên sân khấu quốc tế. (He wants to display his talent on the international stage.)
- Đây là cơ hội để các vận động viên trẻ thi thố. (This is an opportunity for young athletes to prove their mettle.)
- Cô ấy đã thi thố hết khả năng để hoàn thành dự án đúng hạn. (She exerted all her abilities to complete the project on time.)
Advanced Usage
- "thi thố sức lực": to exert one's physical strength.
- Công việc này đòi hỏi phải thi thố sức lực rất nhiều. (This job requires a great exertion of physical strength.)
- "thi thố tài trí": to contend using one's intellect/wisdom.
- Cuộc thi là nơi các sinh viên thi thố tài trí. (The contest is where students pit their wits against each other.)
Variants and Related Words
- Thi (verb): to compete, to take an exam. This is the root component meaning "to compete" or "to test".
- Thi đấu (verb): to compete (often in sports or games). A more common compound for "to compete".
- Thi tài (verb): to compete in skill/talent. A close synonym.
Synonyms
- Phô diễn: to showcase, to exhibit (often talents or skills).
- Thể hiện: to express, to demonstrate (abilities or qualities).
- Vận dụng: to apply, to utilize (knowledge or effort).
Notes on Meaning
The reference definition "to bend" appears to be an error or a confusion with a different word. "Thi thố" does not mean "to bend" in standard modern Vietnamese. Its core meaning is related to exertion, display, and application of effort or talent, often in a competitive or demonstrative context, as supported by the other dictionary references provided.