binh phục
Definition
Noun: * Military uniform: The official, standardized clothing worn by members of an army or military force. It signifies their role, rank, and affiliation.
Usage
- The word binh phục is a formal and somewhat literary term in modern Vietnamese, often found in historical, literary, or formal military contexts. It is less common in everyday speech than the simpler word đồng phục (uniform in general) or quân phục (military uniform specifically).
- It functions as a noun and can be the subject or object of a sentence.
Examples
- (The soldier wore a neat uniform.)
- (The museum displays an ancient military uniform.)
- (Wearing a uniform means accepting discipline.)
Advanced Usage
- Mặc binh phục: To wear a uniform.
- Anh ấy đã mặc binh phục suốt 20 năm. (He wore the uniform for 20 years.)
Variants and Related Words
- Quân phục (noun): Military uniform. This is a more common and direct synonym in modern usage.
- Đồng phục (noun): Uniform (general term for any organization: school, company, military).
- Lễ phục (noun): Ceremonial dress, formal attire.
- Trang phục (noun): Clothing, attire, costume.
Synonyms
- Quân phục: Military uniform.
- Đồng phục: Uniform.
Related Phrases / Idioms
- Khoác binh phục: To don the uniform (implies joining the military or taking up the soldier's role).
- Anh quyết định khoác binh phục bảo vệ Tổ quốc. (He decided to don the uniform to defend the Fatherland.)
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