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ngũ thường

Pronunciation Northern /ŋuʔu˧˥ tʰɨə̤ŋ˨˩/ Central /ŋu˧˩˨ tʰɨəŋ˧˧/ Southern /ŋu˨˩˦ tʰɨəŋ˨˩/
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benevolence
Noun
benevolence
5 senses 2 Components
Meaning
5 senses
Sense 1 Noun
benevolence (Confucian virtue) Culture & Proper NounsTheme

One of the five core virtues in Confucianism, emphasizing benevolence, kindness, and love toward other human beings.

vi Lòng nhân là một đức tính quan trọng trong ngũ thường.

en Benevolence is an important virtue in the five core values.

Sense 2 Noun
righteousness (Confucian virtue)

The virtue of justice and integrity, focusing on doing what is morally right and fair in all actions.

vi Sống có nghĩa là luôn làm những điều đúng đắn.

en Living with righteousness means always doing what is right.

Sense 3 Noun
propriety (Confucian virtue)

The principle of proper conduct and etiquette that governs social interactions and maintains harmony within a community.

vi Quy tắc về lễ giúp duy trì sự hòa thuận trong xã hội.

en The principles of propriety help maintain harmony in society.

Sense 4 Noun
wisdom (Confucian virtue)

The capacity for deep understanding and discernment that allows one to distinguish between truth and falsehood or right and wrong.

vi Chúng ta cần có trí để phân biệt được đúng sai.

en We need wisdom to distinguish between right and wrong.

Sense 5 Noun
trustworthiness (Confucian virtue)

The quality of being reliable and honest, ensuring that one's words and actions are trustworthy and consistent.

vi Sự tín nhiệm bắt nguồn từ việc luôn giữ lời hứa.

en Trustworthiness comes from always keeping one's promises.

Parts
ngũ / thường / 五常
Chinese characters Source-aligned
Representative candidate
五常
Candidates by syllable
ngũ thường
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Use
tam cương ngũ thường / ngũ hành sơn / ngũ cung / ngũ ngôn …
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