con dòng
Definition
- Noun:
- A child from a wealthy or aristocratic family: Refers to a person, typically young, who belongs to a family of high social standing, wealth, or nobility. The term often carries a connotation of privilege and sometimes a lack of worldly experience or hardship.
- A child who upholds the family lineage or tradition: Can refer to a child who is seen as a proper successor, continuing the family's name, reputation, or business.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ta là một con dòng, chưa bao giờ phải lo lắng về tiền bạc. (He is a child from a wealthy family, never having to worry about money.)
- Cô ấy không phải lo làm việc nặng vì là con dòng cháu giống. (She doesn't have to do hard labor because she comes from a well-to-do lineage.)
Advanced Usage
- "con dòng cháu giống": A common idiomatic extension meaning "from a noble/respectable lineage" or "blue-blooded." It emphasizes a long, established family heritage.
- Gia đình họ là con dòng cháu giống trong làng. (Their family is from a noble lineage in the village.)
Variants and Related Words
- Công tử (noun): A dated term for a young master or son from a wealthy, aristocratic family; similar to "playboy" or "scion."
- Tiểu thư (noun): The female counterpart, meaning a young lady from a wealthy, aristocratic family.
Synonyms
- Con nhà giàu: Child of a rich family (more direct, less focused on lineage).
- Con nhà quyền quý: Child of a noble/prestigious family.
Related Idioms
- "Con dòng cháu giống": As mentioned above, this is the most common idiomatic phrase containing the term, used to describe someone from a reputable, often aristocratic, family background.
- Hắn ta tự hào vì mình là con dòng cháu giống. (He is proud of being from a noble lineage.)