thịnh ý
Definition
- Noun:
- Kind intention / benevolent intention: A sincere and warm-hearted intention, often implying goodwill, care, and a positive desire to help or relate to others.
- Gracious intent: A formal or polite expression denoting a considerate and generous purpose behind an action or offer.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Tôi rất cảm kích trước thịnh ý của ông ấy. (I deeply appreciate his kind intention.)
- Xin cảm ơn thịnh ý của quý công ty. (Thank you for your company's gracious intent.)
- Anh ta từ chối món quà nhưng vẫn ghi nhận thịnh ý. (He declined the gift but still acknowledged the benevolent intention.)
Advanced Usage
- Often used in formal, written, or polite spoken contexts, such as in business correspondence, formal thank-yous, or diplomatic language, to acknowledge goodwill.
- Can be used to accept the positive sentiment behind an offer or action, even if the tangible offer itself is declined.
Variants and Related Words
- Thiện ý (n): Goodwill, good intention. This is a more common synonym.
- Mọi thiện ý đều được đón nhận. (All goodwill is welcomed.)
Synonyms
- Goodwill: A friendly or helpful feeling.
- Benevolence: The quality of being well-meaning; kindness.
- Graciousness: Courteous, kind, and pleasant manner, often in a superior way.
Related Idioms
- Cảm ơn thịnh ý: A set phrase meaning "Thank you for your kind intention."
- Về món quà, xin cảm ơn thịnh ý của ngài. (Regarding the gift, thank you for your kind intention, sir.)