đắc thất
Definition
- Noun (Literary/Classical):
- Gains and losses; successes and failures; advantages and disadvantages: A classical compound term referring to the dual concepts of attainment and loss, or victory and defeat, often used in philosophical, strategic, or reflective contexts to discuss the inherent balance or consequences in life or endeavors.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Nhà triết học luôn suy ngẫm về vấn đề đắc thất trong cuộc đời. (The philosopher always contemplates the issue of gains and losses in life.)
- Trong chiến lược, cần phải tính toán kỹ lưỡng giữa đắc và thất. (In strategy, one must carefully calculate between gain and loss.)
- Anh ấy xem nhẹ chuyện đắc thất, chỉ cố gắng hết sức mình. (He takes matters of success and failure lightly, only trying his best.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily found in classical or formal literary texts, proverbs, and philosophical discussions. It is less common in everyday modern speech, where simpler terms like "được mất" (gain and loss) are more frequently used.
Variants and Related Words
- Được mất (n): A more common, everyday synonym meaning "gains and losses."
- Không nên quá bận tâm về chuyện được mất. (One should not be too preoccupied with matters of gain and loss.)
Synonyms
- Success and failure
- Pros and cons
- Victory and defeat (in competitive contexts)
- Wins and losses
Related Idioms and Classical Concepts
- The concept is central to many East Asian philosophies (like Taoism and Confucianism), which teach detachment from or acceptance of the natural cycle of gain (đắc) and loss (thất).
- It is often paired with ideas of fortune and misfortune (họa phúc).