Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Respectable; worthy of respect: Describes a person, their character, or their actions that command esteem, honor, or deference due to their age, dignity, moral qualities, or achievements.
   • Venerable: Often used for elderly people who are highly respected because of their age and wisdom, implying a dignified and honorable character.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Ông ấy là một thầy giáo đáng kính. (He is a respectable teacher.)
  • Bà cụ sống một cuộc đời đáng kính. (The old lady lived a respectable life.)
  • Những đóng góp đáng kính của ông cho cộng đồng sẽ không bị lãng quên. (His venerable contributions to the community will not be forgotten.)

Advanced Usage

• The term often carries a formal and slightly solemn tone. It is commonly used in written language, formal speeches, or when referring to elders and figures of authority.
• It can be used as a respectful title or form of address, similar to "the venerable" or "the respected," though this is less common in modern everyday speech.

Variants and Related Words

• Kính trọng (v): to respect, to hold in high esteem.
  • Học sinh kính trọng thầy giáo. (The students respect their teacher.)
• Đáng kính trọng: A slightly more emphatic form meaning "worthy of respect."
  • Đó là một hành động đáng kính trọng. (That is a highly respectable action.)

Synonyms

• Respectable: Commanding respect due to good character or standing.
• Venerable: Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
• Honorable: Deserving of honor and respect.
• Esteemed: Held in high regard.

Related Idioms

• While "đáng kính" itself is not typically part of a fixed idiom, it is a key component in expressions of formal respect.
• Bậc đáng kính: A respectful phrase meaning "the respectable/venerable one," used to refer to an elder or a person of high moral standing.
  • Chúng tôi xin được hỏi ý kiến của các bậc đáng kính. (We would like to ask for the opinion of the venerable elders.)