gia lễ
Definition
- Noun:
- Family rites; domestic rituals: The specific set of ceremonial rules, customs, and protocols observed by a particular family or lineage for important life events.
- Propriety; family etiquette: The traditional code of conduct and formalities governing behavior within a family, especially during significant occasions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Mỗi dòng họ đều có gia lễ riêng. (Each lineage has its own family rites.)
- Theo gia lễ, con cháu phải mặc áo dài trong ngày giỗ. (According to family propriety, descendants must wear áo dài on the death anniversary.)
- Việc cưới hỏi được tổ chức đúng gia lễ. (The wedding was organized in accordance with domestic rituals.)
Advanced Usage
- The concept of "gia lễ" is deeply rooted in Confucian values, emphasizing respect for hierarchy, ancestors, and tradition within the family unit. It often prescribes specific actions, attire, offerings, and sequences of events.
Variants and Related Words
- Lễ nghi (n): Rituals; ceremonial practices (a more general term).
- Gia phong (n): Family customs and moral traditions (broader than , encompassing general conduct).
- Hương ước (n): Village conventions (similar communal rules but at the village level).
Synonyms
- Family ceremonies
- Domestic rites
- Household rituals
- Family protocol
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Trọng gia lễ: To value/emphasize family rites.
- Người xưa rất trọng gia lễ. (People in the past greatly valued family rites.)
- Giữ gìn gia lễ: To preserve/maintain family rituals.
- Gia đình ấy vẫn giữ gìn gia lễ qua nhiều thế hệ. (That family still preserves its domestic rituals through many generations.)