có mã
Definitions
- Adjective:
- Having a handsome/impressive appearance: Used to describe a person, especially a man, who possesses a dignified, impressive, or stately appearance, often with an air of authority or distinction.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Ông ấy trông thật có mã trong bộ vest mới. (He looks very impressive/handsome in his new suit.)
- Người lính canh đứng đó rất có mã. (The guard standing there has a very dignified appearance.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "có mã" is often used in a somewhat formal or literary context to praise someone's bearing and appearance. It implies more than just physical handsomeness; it suggests a commanding or respectable presence.
Variants and Related Words
- Oai phong (adj): Majestic, imposing. (Often overlaps in meaning with but can be used for both people and things.)
- Đẹp trai (adj): Handsome (specifically for men, but focuses more on facial features than overall bearing).
- Bệ vệ (adj): Stately, dignified (often used for someone who carries themselves with gravity).
Synonyms
- Impressive-looking: Có vẻ ngoài ấn tượng.
- Dignified: Đàng hoàng, đường bệ.
- Stately: Uy nghi, bệ vệ.
Related Idioms
- "Người có mã mặt": This extended phrase emphasizes a face that conveys dignity or an impressive look.
- Anh ta là người có mã mặt, dễ gây thiện cảm. (He is a man with an impressive/dignified face, easy to create goodwill.)