giao hôn
Definition
- Verb (archaic):
- To conclude a marriage: To formally arrange or finalize a marriage agreement between families or individuals. This term refers to the act of establishing the marital union itself, often through formal arrangements or ceremonies.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Hai gia đình quyết định giao hôn cho con của họ. (The two families decided to conclude a marriage for their children.)
- Lễ giao hôn được cử hành vào mùa xuân. (The marriage ceremony was concluded in the spring.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily found in historical, literary, or formal contexts describing traditional marriage arrangements. It is not used in contemporary everyday language to discuss modern weddings.
Variants and Related Words
Kết hôn (v): to marry, to get married (modern and common term).
- Họ sẽ kết hôn vào tuần tới. (They will get married next week.)
Hôn ước (n): marriage contract, betrothal agreement.
- Hôn ước đã được ký kết. (The marriage contract was signed.)
Synonyms
- To contract a marriage: To formally enter into a marital union.
- To arrange a marriage: To set up a marriage, often between families.
Notes on Usage
- "Giao hôn" is an archaic verb. In modern Vietnamese, "kết hôn" is the standard and universally used term for "to marry." Using "giao hôn" in contemporary speech would sound outdated and overly formal.