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bần sĩ

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The Vietnamese word "bần sĩ" can be translated to "humble scholar" in English.

Explanation:
  1. Meaning: The term "bần sĩ" refers to a person who is learned or educated but comes from a modest or poor background. It emphasizes humility and a dedication to knowledge despite not having wealth.
Usage Instructions:
  • You can use "bần sĩ" when talking about someone who values education and knowledge over material wealth.
  • It is often used in a respectful or admiring context to highlight the virtues of humility and intellect.
Example:
  • "Ông ấy một bần sĩ, mặc dù không nhiều tiền, nhưng ông ấy luôn tìm cách học hỏi chia sẻ kiến thức với người khác." (Translation: "He is a humble scholar; although he doesn’t have much money, he always seeks to learn and share knowledge with others.")
Advanced Usage:
  • In literature or poetry, "bần sĩ" may be used to describe characters who embody the virtues of wisdom and humility, often contrasting them with wealthy but uneducated characters.
  • It can also be used metaphorically to describe anyone who pursues knowledge and personal growth, regardless of their financial status.
Word Variants:
  • There aren't many direct variants of "bần sĩ," but it can be used in different contexts. For example:
    • "bần" (poor, humble) can be used to describe other qualities of modesty.
    • "" (scholar, intellectual) can be combined with other words or prefixes to describe different types of scholars or learned individuals.
Different Meanings:
  • While "bần sĩ" primarily refers to a humble scholar, in some contexts, it can also be used more broadly to describe anyone who is a self-taught individual or someone who pursues knowledge earnestly despite difficulties.
Synonyms:
  • "học giả" (scholar) – focuses more on the scholarly aspect without the implication of humility.
  • "nhà tri thức" (intellectual) – refers to someone knowledgeable, but not necessarily humble.
  • "người khiêm tốn" (humble person) – emphasizes humility but doesn't specifically relate to scholarship.
pronoun
  1. This humble scholar

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