Tư Mã Tương Như

Tư Mã Tương Như đánh đàn tỏ tình với Trác Văn Quân.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Sima Xiangru: A famous Chinese poet and statesman of the Western Han Dynasty (2nd century BCE), renowned for his fu (rhapsody) poetry and his legendary romance with Zhuo Wenjun.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Tư Mã Tương Như là một nhà thơ nổi tiếng thời Tây Hán. (Sima Xiangru was a famous poet of the Western Han Dynasty.)
  • Câu chuyện tình giữa Tư Mã Tương Như và Trác Văn Quân rất nổi tiếng. (The love story between Sima Xiangru and Zhuo Wenjun is very famous.)

Advanced Usage

• Historical and Literary Context: The name "Tư Mã Tương Như" is primarily used in historical, literary, and cultural discussions about classical Chinese poetry and romantic legends.

Variants and Related Words

• Tư Mã (Proper noun): Sima — a Chinese surname and an ancient official title.
• Tương Như (Proper noun): Xiangru — the given name, meaning "like" or "resembling."

Synonyms

• The Master of Fu: A descriptive title referencing his most celebrated literary contributions.
• The Poet of Changmen Palace: Referring to one of his most famous works, "Changmen Fu."

Related Idioms and Cultural References

• "Đàn tỳ bà gảy khúc Phượng cầu hoàng": Refers to Sima Xiangru playing the (a zither-like instrument) to express his love to Zhuo Wenjun with the tune "Phoenix Seeking His Mate."
• "Bán rượu Lâm Cùng": Refers to the period when Sima Xiangru and Zhuo Wenjun ran a wine shop together after eloping, symbolizing devoted love despite poverty.