đắc ý

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The Vietnamese word "đắc ý" means to feel very satisfied or pleased, especially when one's wishes or desires have been fulfilled. It often conveys a sense of pride or joy about an achievement or success.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đắc ý" is typically used to describe a person who feels a strong sense of satisfaction, especially after achieving something they wanted.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but is more commonly found in literary or expressive language.

Example:

• Vietnamese: Nhà thơ rất đắc ý vì tác phẩm của mình được quần chúng yêu chuộng.
• English: The poet had his wish fulfilled, with his works having become popular with the masses.

Advanced Usage:

• "Đắc ý" can also be used in a more figurative sense, such as feeling satisfied about a job well done or a successful event.
• In a conversation, you might say, "Sau khi hoàn thành dự án, tôi cảm thấy rất đắc ý," meaning "After completing the project, I felt very satisfied."

Word Variants:

• Đắc ý can be modified with other words to change its meaning slightly, such as:
  • "Đắc ý quá" (too satisfied) implies an excessive feeling of satisfaction.
  • "Đắc ý trong công việc" (satisfied with work) specifies the context of the satisfaction.

Different Meanings:

While "đắc ý" primarily means to feel satisfied or pleased, it can sometimes carry a connotation of smugness or pride if used in a context where someone is overly self-satisfied.

Synonyms:

• Hài lòng: This means content or satisfied but does not carry the same connotation of pride as "đắc ý."
• Thỏa mãn: This means fulfilled or satisfied, and can also be used interchangeably in some contexts.

Academic

1. Have one's wish fulfilled, be fully satisfied
   • Nhà thơ rất đắc ý vì tác phẩm của mình được quần chúng yêu chuộng
     The poet had his wish fulfilled, with his works having become popular with the masses