chấp lễ

Nhà vua chấp lễ của sứ giả.

Definition

1. Verb (archaic):
   • To accept a gift or present: The primary meaning is to formally receive or accept an offering, often within a ritual or ceremonial context.
   • To accept a rite/courtesy: It implies accepting a gesture of respect, a ceremonial act, or a token presented according to traditional formalities.

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Nhà vua chấp lễ của sứ giả. (The king accepted the envoy's gift.)
  • Theo phong tục, họ chấp lễ cưới do nhà trai mang đến. (According to custom, they accepted the wedding presents brought by the groom's family.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily found in historical, literary, or formal traditional contexts, often related to rituals, diplomacy, or ceremonies. It is rarely used in modern everyday conversation.

Variants and Related Words

• Chấp nhận (v): to accept (general, modern term).
  • Ông ấy chấp nhận lời đề nghị. (He accepted the proposal.)

Synonyms

• Accept (a gift): to receive something offered.
• Receive (formally): to take into one's possession, especially in a ceremonial manner.

Related Idioms

• No common modern idioms directly use this term. Its usage is largely fixed in historical or ceremonial descriptions.