Definition of kind

kindnoun

loại, giống, tử tế, có lòng tốt

/kʌɪnd/

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The word "kind" has a fascinating history! The term originates from Old English and is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "kundiz", which means "to know" or "to recognize". This Proto-Germanic root is also related to the Latin word "cognoscere", meaning "to learn" or "to recognize". In Middle English (circa 1100-1500), the word "kind" primarily referred to a form or type of something, such as a species or a class. Over time, the meaning expanded to include connotations of benevolence, generosity, and goodwill. Today, we use "kind" to describe someone's gentle, compassionate, and charitable nature. So, the next time you describe someone as "kind", remember that the word has its roots in the idea of recognition and understanding!

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consisting of goods or services, not money

bao gồm hàng hóa hoặc dịch vụ, không phải tiền

Example:
  • As well as his salary, he gets benefits in kind.

    Ngoài tiền lương, anh ấy còn nhận được những lợi ích bằng hiện vật.

with the same thing

với điều tương tự

Example:
  • She insulted him and he responded in kind.

    Cô xúc phạm anh và anh đáp lại bằng hiện vật.

Idioms

have/want none of something
to refuse to accept something
  • I offered to pay but he was having none of it.
  • They pretended to be enthusiastic about my work but then suddenly decided they wanted none of it.
  • none but
    (literary)only
  • None but he knew the truth.
  • none the less
    despite this fact
    none other than
    used to emphasize who or what somebody/something is, when this is surprising
  • Her first customer was none other than Mrs Obama.