Definition

1. Noun:
   • A very dear friend, a chum: "bạn vàng" refers to an extremely close and cherished friend, someone considered as precious as gold. It implies a deep, loyal, and affectionate friendship.
   • (Archaic) A very dear friend: In older usage, the term carries the same meaning of a treasured companion.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Cô ấy không chỉ là hàng xóm mà còn là bạn vàng của tôi. (She is not just a neighbor but also my very dear friend.)
  • Họ đã là bạn vàng từ thời thơ ấu. (They have been chums since childhood.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "bạn vàng" is often used to emphasize the invaluable and irreplaceable nature of a friendship, comparing the friend's worth to that of gold. It is a term of endearment and high esteem.

Variants and Related Words

• Bạn thân (n): Close friend. (A general term for a close friend, without the metaphorical value of "gold".)
• Tri kỷ (n): Bosom friend, confidant. (Emphasizes deep mutual understanding.)

Synonyms

• Bạn tri âm: A friend who understands you deeply.
• Bạn thân thiết: An intimate friend.

Related Idioms

• Tình bạn vàng: A golden friendship.
  • Họ có một tình bạn vàng thực sự. (They have a truly golden friendship.)

1. Very dear friend, chum