thấu lí
Definition
- Adjective:
- Reasonable; rational: Demonstrating sound judgment, logic, and fairness in thought or argument. It describes an idea, opinion, or person that is sensible and well-founded.
- Judicious; sensible: Showing good sense and discretion in decision-making or assessment.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Lập luận của anh ấy rất thấu lí. (His argument is very reasonable.)
- Một quyết định thấu lí sẽ được mọi người ủng hộ. (A judicious decision will gain everyone's support.)
- Cô ấy là người thấu lí, nên hiểu được vấn đề. (She is a sensible person, so she understands the issue.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in formal or literary contexts to evaluate the quality of reasoning, principles, or actions. It implies a deep understanding and correct application of logic.
Variants and Related Words
- Thấu tình đạt lí (idiomatic phrase): To be both reasonable (in principle) and compassionate (in sentiment); to understand both the emotional and rational sides of a matter.
- Người lãnh đạo cần phải thấu tình đạt lí. (A leader needs to be both understanding and reasonable.)
Synonyms
- Reasonable: Based on good sense.
- Rational: Logical and based on reason.
- Judicious: Having or showing good judgment.
- Sensible: Practical and reasonable.
Related Idioms
- Thấu tình đạt lí: As above, this common idiom combines "thấu lí" (understanding reason) with "thấu tình" (understanding feelings) to describe a comprehensive and fair approach.