óc châm biếm
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Definition
- Noun:
- A sense of irony or sarcasm: The innate ability to perceive, express, or appreciate humor that is dry, mocking, or subtly critical, often by saying the opposite of what is meant or highlighting contradictions.
- A witty, satirical mindset: A characteristic of thought that employs sharp, clever, and often biting humor to comment on situations, human behavior, or flaws.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ấy có óc châm biếm sắc sảo. (He has a sharp sense of irony.)
- Óc châm biếm của cô ấy khiến mọi người vừa cười vừa suy ngẫm. (Her satirical wit makes people both laugh and think.)
- Tôi thích đọc những bài viết thể hiện óc châm biếm. (I enjoy reading articles that display dry humour.)
Advanced Usage
- This term describes an intellectual quality or a cognitive trait, not a momentary joke. It implies a sustained perspective or talent.
- Often associated with literary, social, or political commentary where humor is used as a tool for critique.
Variants and Related Words
- Tính châm biếm (n): The quality of being satirical or ironic; satire.
- Tính châm biếm trong tác phẩm của ông rất sâu sắc. (The satire in his work is very profound.)
- Lời châm biếm (n): A satirical or ironic remark.
- Lời châm biếm của anh ta đầy ẩn ý. (His ironic remark was full of implications.)
Synonyms
- Irony: A form of humor where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning.
- Satire: The use of humor, irony, or ridicule to expose and criticize folly or vice.
- Sarcasm: The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
- Dry wit: A deliberately understated, subtle, and ironic form of humor.
Related Idioms
- Châm biếm thói đời: To satirize the ways of the world.
- Nhà văn dùng ngòi bút để châm biếm thói đời. (The writer uses his pen to satirize the ways of the world.)
- Giọng điệu châm biếm: A satirical tone.
- Bài báo được viết với giọng điệu châm biếm sắc bén. (The article was written in a sharply satirical tone.)
- dry humour