chế phục

chế phục

Nhà vua chế phục các bộ tộc lân cận.

Definition

  1. Verb:

    • To subdue, to conquer, to bring under control: "chế phục" refers to the act of using force, authority, or strategy to overcome and gain mastery over someone or something, such as an enemy, a territory, or a natural force. This meaning is now considered literary or archaic.
    • To compel to submit, to tame: It can also mean to force into submission or obedience.

  2. Noun (Archaic):

    • Livery, uniform (specifically for servants): In a historical context, "chế phục" referred to a distinctive uniform or set of clothing provided to servants or attendants, signifying their role and subservience.
Usage Examples

  • Verb:

    • Nhà vua đã chế phục tất cả các bộ tộc lân cận. (The king subdued all the neighboring tribes.)
    • Con người luôn muốn chế phục thiên nhiên. (Humans always want to conquer nature.)

  • Noun (Archaic):

    • Người hầu mặc bộ chế phục màu xanh. (The servant wore a blue livery.)
Advanced Usage
  • Literary/Historical Context: The verb form is primarily found in historical narratives, literature, or formal writing about conquest and control.
    • Ý chí chế phục của kẻ xâm lược cuối cùng đã thất bại. (The conqueror's will to subdue ultimately failed.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Chế ngự (verb): To control, to restrain, to master (often used for emotions, situations, or forces).
    • Anh ấy học cách chế ngự cơn giận. (He is learning to control his anger.)
  • Khuất phục (verb): To submit, to yield, to give in (focuses on the act of surrendering).
    • Kẻ thù đã bị khuất phục. (The enemy was forced to submit.)
  • Phục tùng (verb): To obey, to be submissive.
    • Binh lính phải phục tùng mệnh lệnh. (Soldiers must obey orders.)
Synonyms
  • Verb: Chinh phục (to conquer), khuất phục (to subdue, to force into submission), đàn áp (to suppress, to oppress).
  • Noun (Archaic): Đồng phục (uniform), lễ phục (ceremonial attire).
Related Phrases
  • Chế phục thiên nhiên: To conquer/subdue nature.
    • Ước mơ chế phục thiên nhiên của con người là vô tận. (Mankind's dream of conquering nature is boundless.)
  • Chế phục nhân tâm: To win over people's hearts (a more figurative and modern adaptation, implying gaining loyalty rather than force).
    • Nhà lãnh đạo giỏi là người biết chế phục nhân tâm. (A good leader is one who knows how to win people's hearts.)