bản lĩnh
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
(noun) the personality of a capable and confident person who dares to take responsibility and does not back down in the face of difficulties or obstacles
tính cách của người tự tin và dám chịu trách nhiệm
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Sources & notes
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Sense 2
(noun) skill, ability
Examples
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
(verb) to possess such a personality
Examples
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bản lĩnh” mean?
(noun) the personality of a capable and confident person who dares to take responsibility and does not back down in the face of difficulties or obstacles
Is “bản lĩnh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.