Definition

1. Noun:
   • Special esteem, high regard, particular respect: "biệt nhãn" refers to a distinct and exceptional level of respect or esteem shown towards someone, often implying preferential or distinguished treatment.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Ông ấy dành cho vị giáo sư một sự biệt nhãn đặc biệt. (He holds the professor in special esteem.)
  • Ngài đại sứ được đón tiếp với tất cả sự biệt nhãn. (The ambassador was received with all due high regard.)

Advanced Usage

• "Đối xử có biệt nhãn": to treat with special esteem or particular respect.
  • Vị khách quý luôn được đối xử có biệt nhãn trong ngôi nhà này. (Honored guests are always treated with special esteem in this house.)

Variants and Related Words

• Trọng vọng (n): high respect, great esteem. (This is a close synonym but may not carry the exact connotation of "special" or "particular" distinction found in "biệt nhãn".)
• Kính trọng (n/v): respect, to respect. (A more general term for respect.)

Synonyms

• Sự kính trọng đặc biệt: special respect.
• Ưu ái: favor, preferential treatment. (This focuses more on favorable treatment rather than esteem itself.)

Notes on Meaning

• Nuance: "Biệt nhãn" is a formal and literary term. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but is found in formal writing, speeches, or historical contexts. It emphasizes a level of respect that is set apart from ordinary courtesy.
• Context: It is often used to describe the treatment of esteemed figures, elders, dignitaries, or individuals of high merit.

1. Special esteem, high esteem