Definition

1. Noun:
   • Imperial candle: A candle bestowed by the emperor, typically used in royal ceremonies or as a special honorific gift. It represents a symbol of imperial favor and authority.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Nhà vua ban tặng ngự chúc cho các công thần. (The king bestowed imperial candles upon the meritorious officials.)
  • Ngự chúc được thắp sáng trong điện thờ. (The imperial candle was lit in the temple.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is a historical and literary noun, primarily encountered in texts describing royal rituals, awards, or the feudal court system of Vietnam.

Variants and Related Words

• Ngự (adj): A prefix meaning "imperial" or "belonging to the emperor," used in terms like (imperial carriage) or (imperial physician).
• Chúc (n): Literally "candle." Can be found in other compounds like (candlelight).

Synonyms

• Royal candle: A candle associated with the monarchy.
• Imperial taper: A more formal synonym for a slender imperial candle.

Related Idioms

• There are no common idioms directly using "ngự chúc." Its usage is fixed within specific historical and ceremonial contexts.