Definition

1. Noun:
   • A middle course; a middle way; a compromise solution: A plan, method, or policy that avoids extremes and seeks a moderate or intermediate position between two opposing options. It implies a balanced approach to resolving a question or conflict.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Sau nhiều tranh cãi, họ cuối cùng cũng chọn một trung sách. (After much debate, they finally chose a middle course.)
  • Trung sách này có vẻ chấp nhận được cho cả hai bên. (This compromise solution seems acceptable to both parties.)
  • Đôi khi, một trung sách khôn ngoan lại hiệu quả hơn một lập trường cứng nhắc. (Sometimes, a wise middle way is more effective than a rigid stance.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in formal, literary, or strategic contexts to describe diplomatic, political, or philosophical approaches that aim for balance and practicality.

Variants and Related Words

• Trung dung (n): The doctrine of the mean; the golden mean (often a philosophical concept).
• Giải pháp trung gian (n): An intermediary solution.

Synonyms

• Compromise: An agreement or settlement reached by each side making concessions.
• Middle ground: A position or area of agreement between two opposing sides.
• Via media (Latin origin): A middle way or course.

Related Idioms

• Đi con đường trung dung: To follow the middle path.
  • Trong quản lý, ông ấy luôn cố gắng đi con đường trung dung. (In management, he always tries to follow the middle path.)