hạng bình

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The Vietnamese term "hạng bình" refers to a specific classification in academic grading, particularly in the context of university degrees. It translates to "second-class honours" in English. This classification indicates a level of achievement that is above average but below the highest distinction.

Explanation:

• Basic Meaning: "Hạng bình" means that a student has performed well in their studies, achieving a level that is generally recognized as respectable but not the highest.

Usage Instructions:

• "Hạng bình" is typically used when discussing academic qualifications, especially in higher education. It is often found in reports, graduation announcements, or when students are discussing their academic performance.

Example:

• After completing his degree, Minh was proud to receive a "hạng bình," which reflected his hard work throughout university.

Advanced Usage:

• In more formal contexts, you might encounter phrases like "đạt hạng bình" (achieve second-class honours) or "được xếp loại hạng bình" (classified as second-class honours), which emphasize the achievement in grading.

Word Variants:

• "Hạng" (class/rank) can be combined with other terms to form various classifications, such as:
  • "Hạng nhất" (first class)
  • "Hạng hai" (second class)
  • "Hạng ba" (third class)

Different Meanings:

While "hạng bình" specifically refers to academic classification, "hạng" can have other meanings in different contexts, such as "rank" or "grade" in various fields (e.g., sports, competitions).

Synonyms:

• There aren't direct synonyms for "hạng bình," but related terms in the context of academic grading include:
  • "đạt loại khá" (achieve good classification) which can convey a similar meaning of above-average performance.

Academic

1. (từ cũ; nghĩa cũ) Second-class honours