Yết Kiêu

Yết Kiêu

Yết Kiêu lặn xuống nước để đục thuyền giặc.

Definition

  1. Proper Noun:

    • A historical figure: Yết Kiêu was a famous general and naval commander under the command of Trần Hưng Đạo during the Trần Dynasty of Vietnam. He is celebrated for his exceptional skill in swimming and underwater warfare, particularly during the resistance against the Mongol-Yuan invasions in the 13th century.

  2. Proper Noun (as a place name):

    • A geographical location: The name Yết Kiêu is used for various communes and wards in modern Vietnam, such as in Hà Đông district (Hà Nội) and Gia Lộc district (Hải Dương province), named in honor of the historical figure.
Usage Examples

  • Proper Noun (Person):

    • Yết Kiêu là một vị tướng tài ba dưới trướng của Trần Hưng Đạo. (Yết Kiêu was a talented general under the command of Trần Hưng Đạo.)
    • Truyền thuyết kể rằng Yết Kiêu có tài bơi lặn siêu phàm. (Legend says that Yết Kiêu possessed extraordinary swimming and diving skills.)

  • Proper Noun (Place):

    • Chúng tôi sống ở phường Yết Kiêu, quận Hà Đông. (We live in Yết Kiêu ward, Hà Đông district.)
Advanced Usage
  • The name Yết Kiêu is often invoked in Vietnamese culture as a symbol of patriotism, underwater prowess, and clever military tactics.
    • Tinh thần Yết Kiêu được nhắc đến như một biểu tượng của lòng dũng cảm. (The spirit of Yết Kiêu is mentioned as a symbol of bravery.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Đô Yết Kiêu: An alternative historical title or reference to the figure.
  • Tướng Yết Kiêu: General Yết Kiêu.
Synonyms
  • Naval commando: Describes his role in underwater sabotage.
  • War hero: A general term for his status in Vietnamese history.
  • Swimming champion (historical context): Refers to his legendary skill.
Related Idioms and Cultural References

  • "Tài như Yết Kiêu": (Skilled like Yết Kiêu) Used to compliment someone's exceptional ability, especially in swimming or aquatic activities.

    • Anh ấy bơi giỏi, thật là tài như Yết Kiêu. (He swims very well, truly skilled like Yết Kiêu.)

  • "Mưu trí như Yết Kiêu": (As cunning as Yết Kiêu) Refers to strategic cleverness, reminiscent of his tactics in damaging enemy ships.

    • Cậu ấy giải quyết vấn đề mưu trí như Yết Kiêu vậy. (He solved the problem with cunning like Yết Kiêu.)