Definition

Adjective: 1. Youthful, young at heart: Describes a person, especially an adult, who possesses the positive qualities associated with youth, such as energy, vitality, a fresh appearance, or a lively spirit. It emphasizes a state of being that is not defined solely by chronological age. 2. Young-looking: Describes an appearance that looks younger than one's actual age.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Bà ấy trông rất trẻ trung dù đã ngoài 50. (She looks very youthful even though she's over 50.)
  • Phong cách ăn mặc trẻ trung. (A youthful style of dress.)
  • Anh ấy có một tâm hồn trẻ trung và lạc quan. (He has a youthful and optimistic soul.)

Advanced Usage

• "giữ vẻ trẻ trung": to maintain a youthful appearance/vibe.
  • Cô ấy biết cách giữ vẻ trẻ trung. (She knows how to maintain a youthful appearance.)
• "tính cách trẻ trung": a youthful character/personality.
  • Sự nhiệt tình và tính cách trẻ trung của anh ấy rất dễ lây lan. (His enthusiasm and youthful personality are very contagious.)

Variants and Related Words

• Trẻ (adj): Young (primarily referring to age). .
• Thanh niên (n): Youth, young person. .
• Trung niên (n): Middle-aged. This is sometimes contrasted with .

Synonyms

• Trẻ (young): Often refers directly to age.
• Tươi tắn (fresh, bright): Often describes a fresh, bright, and cheerful appearance.
• Năng động (dynamic, energetic): Emphasizes energy and activity.

Antonyms

• Già (old)
• Già nua (aged, decrepit)
• Lão hóa (aging)

adj

1. youthful