tuấn kiệt

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Definition

Noun: * An outstandingly talented and virtuous person; a person of exceptional ability and character. This word is a classical, literary term used to describe someone who possesses both remarkable talent (tài) and noble virtue (đức), standing far above ordinary people. It often carries connotations of heroism, leadership, and moral excellence.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Lịch sử dân tộc ta ghi danh nhiều bậc tuấn kiệt. (Our nation's history records the names of many outstanding heroes.)
  • Ông ấy được coi là một tuấn kiệt trong lĩnh vực khoa học. (He is considered a brilliant talent in the field of science.)
  • Thời loạn lạc thường xuất hiện những anh hùng tuấn kiệt. (Times of turmoil often give rise to exceptional heroes.)

Advanced Usage

• "Bậc tuấn kiệt" / "Bực tuấn kiệt": A phrase emphasizing the person's high rank or stature among the talented. It translates to "a personage of exceptional talent," "a paragon of talent," or "a luminary."
  • Nguyễn Trãi là một bậc tuấn kiệt hiếm có. (Nguyễn Trãi was a rare luminary.)
• "Trang tuấn kiệt": A classical phrase meaning "a heroic figure" or "a gallant talent," often used in historical or literary contexts to describe a young, outstanding hero.
  • Truyện cổ thường kể về những trang tuấn kiệt cứu nước giúp dân. (Ancient stories often tell of heroic figures who saved the country and helped the people.)

Variants and Related Words

• Anh hùng (noun): Hero. Focuses more on heroic deeds and courage, while emphasizes exceptional talent and virtue.
• Hào kiệt (noun): A person of outstanding talent and spirit. Very similar in meaning and often used interchangeably with , though might slightly emphasize a bold, vigorous spirit.
• Nhân tài (noun): Talent, gifted person. A more general and modern term for a talented person, without the strong classical and virtuous connotations of .
• Lỗi lạc (adjective): Outstanding, eminent, distinguished. Often used to describe the quality of a (e.g., ).

Synonyms

• Tài năng xuất chúng: Exceptional talent (refers more to the ability itself than the person).
• Bậc hiền tài: A virtuous and talented personage.
• Người ưu tú: An excellent, elite person.

Notes on Meaning

• Classical/Literary Register: is not commonly used in everyday casual conversation. It belongs to a formal, literary, and sometimes historical register. It is frequently found in literature, historical texts, formal speeches, and writing that aims for an elevated style.
• Combination of Qualities: The term inherently combines the ideas of talent () and virtue/moral excellence (). It implies a person who uses their great abilities for noble purposes.

Học thuật

noun

1. talent