Triệu Vân

Triệu Vân

Triệu Vân cưỡi ngựa trắng, tay cầm thương dài.

Definition

  1. Proper Noun (Historical Figure):

    • Zhao Yun (c. 168–229 AD): A renowned military general and historical figure from the late Eastern Han dynasty and early Three Kingdoms period of China. He is famously depicted in the historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms as a paragon of loyalty, bravery, and virtue, serving under the warlord Liu Bei. He is often referred to by his style name, Zhao Zilong.

  2. Proper Noun (Geographical Location):

    • Triệu Vân (commune): A commune-level administrative unit located in Triệu Phong District, Quảng Trị Province, Vietnam.
Usage Examples

  • Proper Noun (Historical Figure):

    • Triệu Vân là một trong Ngũ Hổ Tướng của Thục Hán. (Zhao Yun was one of the Five Tiger Generals of Shu Han.)
    • Tượng Triệu Vân thường được miêu tả cưỡi ngựa, tay cầm thương. (Statues of Zhao Yun are often depicted with him riding a horse, holding a spear.)

  • Proper Noun (Geographical Location):

    • Xã Triệu Vân thuộc huyện Triệu Phong, tỉnh Quảng Trị. (Triệu Vân commune belongs to Triệu Phong district, Quảng Trị province.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Tử Long": This is Zhao Yun's style name (Zilong). In historical and literary contexts, he is frequently called Triệu Tử Long.
    • Triệu Tử Long một mình cứu Ấu chúa ở trận Đương Dương. (Zhao Zilong single-handedly rescued the young lord at the Battle of Changban.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Triệu Tử Long: The most common alternate name for the historical figure Zhao Yun.
  • Thường Sơn Triệu Tử Long: A formal title referencing his birthplace (Changshan) and style name.
Synonyms
  • Zhao Yun: The standard Pinyin romanization.
  • Zhao Zilong: His style name.
Related Idioms and Cultural References

  • "Triệu Vân đơn thương độc mã": An idiom-like phrase meaning "Zhao Yun, alone with his single spear and solitary horse," symbolizing unparalleled bravery and the ability to fight against overwhelming odds.

    • Anh ấy chiến đấu như Triệu Vân đơn thương độc mã. (He fought like Zhao Yun, alone with his spear and horse.)

  • Hổ Uyên: Refers to the "Tiger's Den," a famous episode where Zhao Yun rescued Liu Bei's son, Liu Shan, from enemy forces.