The Vietnamese word "bản năng" translates to "instinct" in English. It refers to the natural ability or tendency of living beings to behave in a certain way without needing to learn it consciously. Instincts are often automatic responses to specific situations.
Bản năng cơ bản - Basic instinct
Bản năng tự vệ - Self-defence instinct
Hành động theo bản năng - To act on instinct
Phản ứng theo bản năng - An instinctive reaction
"Tôi giơ tay lên theo bản năng để đỡ lấy mặt."
In more advanced contexts, "bản năng" can be used to discuss psychological or philosophical concepts about human behavior, such as in debates about nature versus nurture.
While "bản năng" primarily means "instinct," it can also imply a deeper understanding of one's inherent drives and motivations in various contexts, such as emotional or social behaviors.