The Vietnamese word "kiêu hãnh" means "proud" in English. It is used to express a strong feeling of satisfaction or self-respect about something you, or someone else, has achieved.
You can use "kiêu hãnh" to describe feelings of pride in various contexts, whether about personal achievements, family accomplishments, or cultural pride. It's often followed by "về" (about or of) to indicate what you are proud of.
Tôi rất kiêu hãnh về gia đình của mình.
(I am very proud of my family.)
Cô ấy kiêu hãnh về những nỗ lực của mình trong học tập.
(She is proud of her efforts in studying.)
In more advanced contexts, "kiêu hãnh" can also be used to express a sense of dignity or self-respect, especially in discussions about identity or cultural heritage. - Example: Chúng ta nên kiêu hãnh về văn hóa của mình.
(We should be proud of our culture.)
While "kiêu hãnh" primarily means "proud," it can also imply an attitude of arrogance if used in a negative context. For example: - Kiêu hãnh can suggest someone is excessively proud to the point of looking down on others.