Giao Tử được ngọc

Definition
  1. Idiom:
    • "Giao Tử được ngọc" is a classical Sino-Vietnamese idiom (Hán-Việt thành ngữ) that describes a situation where a person of noble character, talent, or virtue obtains a precious object or achieves a high position that is perfectly suited to them. It implies a harmonious and fitting match between a worthy person and a valuable prize.
    • The core meaning is that something of great value (the jade) rightfully comes into the possession of a deserving individual (Giao Tử).
Usage Examples
  • Idiom:
    • Nhà khoa học đó đoạt giải Nobel, đúng là Giao Tử được ngọc. (That scientist won the Nobel Prize; it is truly a case of "a worthy person getting the jade.")
    • Bức tranh quý cuối cùng cũng về tay vị giám tuyển am hiểu, Giao Tử được ngọc vậy. (The valuable painting finally came into the hands of the knowledgeable curator, a perfect match like "a worthy person getting the jade.")
Advanced Usage
  • This idiom is primarily used in formal, literary, or rhetorical contexts. It is often employed in writing or speech to elegantly praise someone's achievement or a fitting outcome.
  • It can be used to comment on events where talent is rightly recognized and rewarded.
Variants and Related Words
  • Giáng phi cổi ngọc: This is a directly related idiom listed in the reference. It carries a similar meaning, often referring to a noble person (like a royal consort) removing or possessing jade, symbolizing a natural and dignified alignment of status and virtue.
Synonyms
  • A perfect match: A highly suitable combination.
  • Deserved reward: A prize or outcome that is rightfully earned.
  • To each according to his worth: The idea that people get what they merit.
Related Idioms
  • Ngọc lành tìm chủ tốt: (Good jade seeks a good owner.) Similar concept of a valuable thing finding a worthy possessor.
  • Hổ mọc thêm cánh: (A tiger grows wings.) Meaning to become even more powerful or formidable, often after gaining a valuable asset. This differs as it focuses on enhanced power rather than the inherent suitability of the match.