danh y

danh y

Hoa Đà được coi là một danh y Trung Hoa cổ đại.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Famous physician / Renowned doctor: A doctor of exceptional skill and reputation, widely known and highly respected for their medical expertise and achievements. The term carries a classical or literary tone, often referring to historical or legendary figures in medicine.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Hoa Đà được coi là một danh y Trung Hoa cổ đại. (Hua Tuo is considered a famous physician of ancient China.)
    • Cuốn sách này viết về cuộc đời của một danh y thời Lý. (This book is about the life of a renowned doctor from the Ly dynasty.)
    • Ông không chỉ là một bác sĩ giỏi mà còn là một danh y được mọi người kính trọng. (He is not only a skilled doctor but also a renowned physician respected by everyone.)
Advanced Usage
  • The term "danh y" is often used in formal, historical, or literary contexts rather than in everyday conversation to refer to a contemporary doctor. In modern daily speech, terms like "bác sĩ nổi tiếng" (famous doctor) or "bác sĩ giỏi" (skilled/good doctor) are more common.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lương y (n): A virtuous and skilled physician; emphasizes moral character and healing virtue.
    • Lương y như từ mẫu. (A virtuous physician is like a compassionate mother.)
  • Thần y (n): A "miracle doctor" or medical genius; implies almost supernatural diagnostic or curative abilities.
    • Câu chuyện dân gian kể về một vị thần y chữa bách bệnh. (The folk tale tells of a miracle doctor who cured all diseases.)
Synonyms
  • Renowned doctor: A doctor famous for skill and knowledge.
  • Eminent physician: A doctor of high standing and great distinction in the medical field.
  • Celebrated healer: A widely honored and recognized practitioner of medicine.
Related Idioms
  • Lương y kiêm từ mẫu: A virtuous physician is also a compassionate mother. This idiom praises doctors who combine great professional skill with deep care and compassion for their patients.
    • Bác sĩ đó được bệnh nhân yêu quý vì thật sự là lương y kiêm từ mẫu. (That doctor is loved by patients because he truly is a virtuous and compassionate physician.)