ứng thù

Definition

1. Verb (Archaic):
   • To maintain reciprocal relations; to associate with each other: This term describes the act of two parties engaging in a mutual, often social or diplomatic, relationship involving regular interaction and exchange.
   • To reciprocate; to return a favor or an action: It implies a response in kind, often within the context of social obligations or formal interactions.

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Hai gia đình quý tộc thường xuyên ứng thù với nhau. (The two noble families regularly associated with each other.)
  • Trong nghi lễ, việc ứng thù là rất quan trọng. (In ceremonies, reciprocity is very important.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily found in classical or literary texts and historical contexts. It is rarely used in modern, everyday Vietnamese.

Variants and Related Words

• Giao hảo (v): to foster friendly relations.
  • Hai nước luôn giao hảo tốt đẹp. (The two countries have always maintained good relations.)
• Đáp lễ (v): to return a courtesy or a ritual gesture.
  • Ông ấy đáp lễ bằng một món quà nhỏ. (He reciprocated with a small gift.)

Synonyms

• Associate: to connect or be involved with.
• Reciprocate: to respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.
• Frequent (archaic): to visit or associate with habitually.

Related Idioms

• Có đi có lại: (Modern equivalent idiom) meaning "to give and take" or mutual reciprocity.
  • Trong tình bạn, cần phải có đi có lại. (In friendship, there must be give and take.)