thâm thù

Definition

1. Noun:

   • Deep-seated hatred / Implacable enmity: A profound and enduring feeling of intense hatred or hostility, often rooted in a serious past wrong or injury. It implies a grudge that is deeply ingrained and not easily forgotten or forgiven.

2. Verb (less common):

   • To harbor deep-seated hatred: To hold a profound and lasting hatred towards someone or something.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

  • Hai gia tộc đó có mối thâm thù từ nhiều đời. (Those two clans have had deep-seated enmity for many generations.)
  • Lòng thâm thù của hắn không bao giờ nguôi. (His implacable hatred never subsides.)

• Verb:

  • Nhân dân thâm thù bọn phản bội. (The people harbor a deep-seated hatred for the traitors.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "thâm thù" is often used in formal, literary, or dramatic contexts to describe historic feuds, vendettas, or profound political hatred. It conveys a stronger and more lasting sentiment than common words for dislike or anger.

Variants and Related Words

• Thù hận (n): resentment, hatred.

  • Thù hận chỉ làm tâm hồn thêm nặng trĩu. (Hatred only makes the soul heavier.)

• Căm thù (v): to hate, to detest (often used for strong, active hatred).

  • Chúng tôi căm thù mọi sự bất công. (We detest all injustice.)

Synonyms

• Implacable enmity: Unforgiving and unyielding hostility.
• Deep-seated grudge: A long-held feeling of resentment.
• Bitter hatred: Intense and acrimonious dislike.

Related Idioms

• Thâm thù báo oán: To seek revenge for a deep-seated hatred.
  • Câu chuyện xoay quanh chủ đề thâm thù báo oán. (The story revolves around the theme of seeking revenge for a deep-seated grudge.)