anh danh
Definition
- Noun:
- Good reputation; good name; honor; prestige: An archaic or literary term referring to a positive and esteemed reputation, often associated with personal honor, family prestige, or noble character.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Gia đình ấy luôn giữ gìn anh danh của tổ tiên. (That family always preserves the good name of their ancestors.)
- Ông ấy là một vị tướng có anh danh lẫy lừng. (He is a general of illustrious reputation.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "anh danh" is primarily found in classical literature, historical texts, or formal, elevated speech. It conveys a sense of glory and respect that is inherited or earned through virtuous actions.
Variants and Related Words
Danh tiếng (n): reputation, fame (more common in modern usage).
- Công ty có danh tiếng rất tốt. (The company has a very good reputation.)
Thanh danh (n): pure reputation, good name (also literary, often implying moral integrity).
- Bà ấy bảo vệ thanh danh của gia đình. (She protects the good name of the family.)
Synonyms
- Reputation: the common estimation in which a person or thing is held.
- Renown: the state of being widely known and acclaimed.
- Prestige: widespread respect and admiration based on achievements or quality.
- Honor: high respect or esteem.
Related Idioms
- Giữ gìn anh danh: to preserve/maintain one's good name.
- Người lính quyết chiến đấu để giữ gìn anh danh đơn vị. (The soldier fought determinedly to preserve the unit's good name.)