hiếu thảo

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The Vietnamese word "hiếu thảo" is an adjective that describes a person who is respectful and devoted to their parents and elders. It reflects a strong sense of duty and love towards family, particularly in honoring and caring for them.

Usage Instructions:

• "Hiếu thảo" is often used in contexts related to family values, traditions, and social expectations in Vietnamese culture. It is considered a virtue and an important quality in a person, especially in familial relationships.

Example:

• Sentence: "Anh ấy rất hiếu thảo với cha mẹ của mình." Translation: "He is very devoted to his parents."

Advanced Usage:

• In Vietnamese society, being "hiếu thảo" is associated with moral integrity. People often admire those who exhibit this quality, and it is frequently discussed in literature, philosophy, and everyday conversations about family honor.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "hiếu thảo," but it is often used in phrases or combined with other words, such as:
  • "hiếu thảo với cha mẹ" (devoted to parents)
  • "người hiếu thảo" (a devoted person)

Different Meanings:

• "Hiếu thảo" specifically pertains to familial respect and devotion. It does not have different meanings in other contexts but is part of broader discussions about ethics and family values.

Synonyms:

• "Hiếu kính" - This term also refers to respect and devotion towards parents and elders, emphasizing reverence.
• "Tôn sư trọng đạo" - Although it translates to respecting teachers and traditions, it carries a similar connotation of respect for authority figures in a broader sense.

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adj

1. pious