cựu chiến binh
Definition
- Noun:
- Veteran: A person who has served in the armed forces or participated in a war. This term specifically refers to former soldiers or combatants.
- War veteran: A more specific term emphasizing service during a period of armed conflict.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ông tôi là một cựu chiến binh. (My grandfather is a veteran.)
- Hội Cựu chiến binh Việt Nam tổ chức nhiều hoạt động ý nghĩa. (The Vietnam Veterans Association organizes many meaningful activities.)
- Các cựu chiến binh được nhà nước quan tâm, chăm sóc. (Veterans are cared for by the state.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "cựu chiến binh" carries a connotation of honor and respect for past service and sacrifice. It is often used in formal, official, and commemorative contexts.
- It is commonly part of organizational names, such as (Veterans Association).
Variants and Related Words
- Thương binh (n): Wounded soldier; a veteran who was injured during military service.
- Khu tưởng niệm tôn vinh các liệt sĩ và thương binh. (The memorial honors martyrs and wounded soldiers.)
- Cựu binh (n): A slightly shorter, synonymous term for veteran.
- Chiến sĩ (n): Soldier, fighter; can refer to current or former military personnel.
Synonyms
- Veteran: A person who has served in the military.
- Ex-serviceman: A person who is no longer serving in the armed forces.
- War veteran: A veteran of a specific war.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Tinh thần cựu chiến binh: The veteran spirit; referring to qualities like resilience, sacrifice, and camaraderie developed through military service.
- Tinh thần cựu chiến binh là tấm gương sáng cho thế hệ trẻ. (The veteran spirit is a shining example for the younger generation.)
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