lệnh truyền
Definition
- Noun:
- An authoritative command or order: A directive issued by a person in authority, such as a military commander, leader, or superior, that must be obeyed. It implies a formal and often urgent instruction.
- An imperative order: A command that is not merely a suggestion but carries the weight of authority and expectation of immediate compliance.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Người chỉ huy ra lệnh truyền cho toàn quân tấn công. (The commander issued an order for the entire army to attack.)
- Lệnh truyền từ trụ sở chính phải được thực hiện ngay lập tức. (The command from headquarters must be carried out immediately.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in formal, hierarchical, or military contexts to denote an official directive that flows from a higher authority to subordinates.
- It can be used metaphorically in non-military contexts to describe a strict, non-negotiable directive from a leader or manager.
Variants and Related Words
Mệnh lệnh (n): command, order. Often used interchangeably but can sound even more formal or authoritative.
- Mọi người phải tuân theo mệnh lệnh. (Everyone must follow the command.)
Chỉ thị (n): directive, instruction. Can be slightly less imperative and more procedural than "lệnh truyền."
- Chỉ thị của giám đốc rất rõ ràng. (The director's directive is very clear.)
Synonyms
- Command: An authoritative order.
- Decree: An official order issued by a legal authority.
- Directive: An official or authoritative instruction.
- Injunction: An authoritative warning or order.
Related Idioms
Lệnh truyền bất khả kháng: An irresistible or compelling order.
- Đó là một lệnh truyền bất khả kháng, không ai có thể chối từ. (It was an irresistible command; no one could refuse.)
Thi hành lệnh truyền: To execute/carry out an order.
- Nhiệm vụ của binh lính là thi hành lệnh truyền. (The soldier's duty is to carry out orders.)