cựu lệ
Definition
- Noun:
- Old custom; old practice; ancient usage: Refers to a traditional practice, habit, or rule that has been established for a long time. It often carries a formal or literary tone and may imply something that is outdated or no longer commonly followed.
- Old regulation; former rule: Denotes a previous law, statute, or procedural norm that has been superseded.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Theo cựu lệ, làng sẽ tổ chức lễ hội vào đầu xuân. (According to the old custom, the village will hold the festival at the beginning of spring.)
- Việc này được giải quyết dựa trên cựu lệ của triều đình trước. (This matter was resolved based on the old regulations of the previous dynasty.)
- Cựu lệ đó không còn phù hợp với xã hội hiện đại. (That old practice is no longer suitable for modern society.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in formal, historical, or literary contexts to discuss traditions, legal history, or antiquated social norms. It is not common in everyday spoken language.
Variants and Related Words
- Tập quán cũ (n): old custom; old tradition. A more common synonym.
- Lệ cũ (n): old rule; old practice. A slightly less formal variant.
- Hủ tục (n): outdated custom; bad custom. This term has a negative connotation, implying the custom is backward or harmful.
Synonyms
- Old custom
- Ancient practice
- Former regulation
- Antiquated usage
Related Concepts
- Truyền thống (n): tradition. A broader, more neutral term for practices passed down through generations.
- Phong tục (n): custom; practice. A general term for social or cultural customs.