bất trung

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The Vietnamese word "bất trung" means "disloyal" or "unfaithful." It describes someone who does not remain loyal or faithful to a person, cause, or principle.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bất trung" to describe someone's behavior when they betray trust or loyalty.
• It is often used in contexts involving relationships, friendships, or even loyalty to a country or organization.

Example:

• In a sentence: "Anh ta rất bất trung với bạn bè của mình." (He is very disloyal to his friends.)
• In this example, the speaker is saying that the person in question does not treat his friends well or does not support them.

Advanced Usage:

• You might encounter "bất trung" in formal discussions or written texts, especially when talking about ethics, politics, or personal relationships.
• It can also be used in literature or storytelling to highlight a character's betrayal.

Word Variants:

• "Bất trung" can also be paired with other words to form phrases that specify the type of disloyalty, such as:
  • "bất trung với tổ quốc" (disloyal to the homeland)
  • "bất trung trong tình yêu" (unfaithful in love)

Different Meanings:

While "bất trung" primarily means disloyalty, it can also imply a lack of commitment or dedication to a cause or belief.

Academic

1. Disloyal, unfaithful