nguyên soái

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The Vietnamese word "nguyên soái" translates to "field marshal" or simply "marshal" in English. It is a military rank that is typically the highest in an army and is often associated with commanding large military operations or forces.

Usage Instructions

• Context: "Nguyên soái" is used in formal or military contexts, often when discussing military hierarchy, history, or leadership.
• Formality: The term is formal and used in official documents, military discussions, or historical texts.

Example

• Sentence: "Nguyên soái Võ Nguyên Giáp là một trong những nhà lãnh đạo quân sự vĩ đại nhất của Việt Nam." (Translation: "Field Marshal Võ Nguyên Giáp is one of the greatest military leaders of Vietnam.")

Advanced Usage

• In discussions about military strategy, you might encounter "nguyên soái" when referring to decisions made at the highest level of command.
• It can also be used in historical discussions, referring to figures from the past who held this rank.

Word Variants

• "Nguyên súy": This is an alternative spelling or a colloquial variation of "nguyên soái" but carries the same meaning.
• The term can also be seen in combinations, such as "nguyên soái quân đội" (field marshal of the army).

Different Meanings

• While primarily used to denote a high military rank, in some contexts, it can also symbolize leadership or authority in a non-military sense.

Academic

1. Field marshal, marshal
2. (cũng nói) nguyên súy