thiển kiến
Definition
- Noun:
- My humble opinion / my superficial view: A modest and polite term used to preface or refer to one's own opinion, indicating humility and acknowledging that one's perspective may be limited or not deeply considered.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Theo thiển kiến của tôi, vấn đề này cần được xem xét thêm. (In my humble opinion, this issue needs further consideration.)
- Đó chỉ là thiển kiến cá nhân thôi. (That is merely my superficial view.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is almost exclusively used in formal, written, or polite spoken contexts, such as in essays, speeches, or diplomatic discussions, to soften the presentation of one's viewpoint.
Variants and Related Words
- Thiển ý (n): A direct synonym, also meaning "my humble opinion" or "my shallow thought."
- Xin đưa ra một vài thiển ý. (Allow me to offer a few humble opinions.)
Synonyms
- Humble opinion: A modest view of one's own thoughts.
- Superficial view: A perspective not claiming depth or expertise.
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms directly using "thiển kiến." It is typically used as a standalone, fixed polite expression.