Definition

1. 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.)