Definition

Noun: * Eminent person; outstandingly talented and handsome man: Refers to a man who possesses both exceptional talent/intelligence and handsome appearance, standing out from others. This term combines the ideas of brilliance (talent) and handsomeness (appearance).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Chàng trai ấy thật sự là một anh tuấn của thời đại. (That young man is truly an eminent figure of our time.)
  • Trong truyện kiếm hiệp, nhân vật chính thường là một hiệp khách anh tuấn. (In martial arts novels, the main character is often a gallant and outstanding knight.)
  • Anh ấy không chỉ đẹp trai mà còn rất tài năng, xứng danh anh tuấn. (He is not only handsome but also very talented, deserving to be called an outstandingly talented and handsome man.)

Advanced Usage Notes

• Literary and Formal Register: "Anh tuấn" is a literary and somewhat formal term, commonly found in classical literature, poetry, historical narratives, or used for high praise. It is less common in everyday casual conversation.
• Gender Specificity: The term traditionally and specifically refers to a man with these superior qualities. For a woman with similar outstanding qualities of both talent and beauty, terms like "tài sắc vẹn toàn" or "giai nhân" are more typical.
• Holistic Praise: It implies a combination of inner qualities (talent, intelligence, character) and outer appearance (handsomeness, dignified bearing). Using it suggests the person excels in both aspects.

Variants and Related Words

• Tuấn tú (adj): Handsome, good-looking (focuses more on appearance).
  • Chàng trai có gương mặt tuấn tú. (The young man has a handsome face.)
• Tài hoa (adj/n): Talented, gifted (often in artistic fields; focuses on talent).
  • Một nghệ sĩ tài hoa. (A gifted artist.)
• Kiệt xuất (adj): Extraordinary, outstanding, preeminent (focuses on exceptional ability or achievement).
  • Nhà khoa học kiệt xuất. (An outstanding scientist.)

Synonyms

• Tài tử (n): Often used for a talented and romantic gentleman, especially in arts.
• Hào kiệt (n): Hero, person of exceptional ability and spirit (often in a historical or martial context).

Related Idioms/Phrases

• Anh hùng tuấn kiệt: A set phrase meaning "heroes and outstanding figures," often used to describe a collective of great men in history or legend.
  • Thời đại đó sản sinh ra nhiều anh hùng tuấn kiệt. (That era produced many heroes and outstanding figures.)

noun

1. Eminent person