a-men
Definition
- Interjection:
- Amen: A word used at the end of a prayer or statement to express solemn agreement, affirmation, or approval, meaning "so be it" or "truly."
Usage Examples
- Interjection:
- Mọi người cùng nói "A-men". (Everyone said "Amen" together.)
- Sau lời cầu nguyện, cả nhà thờ đồng thanh đáp: "A-men!". (After the prayer, the whole church responded in unison: "Amen!")
Advanced Usage
- Liturgical Use: In Christian, Jewish, and Islamic worship, "amen" is used to conclude prayers, hymns, or creeds, signifying agreement with what has been said.
- Bài thánh ca kết thúc bằng một tiếng "A-men" vang vọng. (The hymn ended with a resounding "Amen.")
Variants and Related Words
- Amen (English): The direct equivalent, identical in usage and meaning across languages.
Synonyms
- So be it: A phrase with a similar affirming meaning.
- Truly: Expressing agreement or truth.
- Verily: An archaic term for "truly" or "indeed."
Related Idioms
- Say amen to something: To express strong agreement with a plan or idea.
- Tôi hoàn toàn đồng ý và sẵn sàng nói "a-men" với đề xuất đó. (I fully agree and am ready to say "amen" to that proposal.)