phong tư
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Definition
- Noun:
- Figure, carriage, bearing: Refers to a person's overall appearance, posture, and the elegant or distinguished manner in which they carry themselves. This is an archaic/literary term.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Phong tư tài mạo tuyệt vời. (His/Her bearing and talent are magnificent.)
- Chàng trai ấy có phong tư đĩnh đạc. (That young man has a dignified bearing.)
- Phong tư của ông ấy toát lên vẻ quý tộc. (His carriage exudes an air of nobility.)
Advanced Usage
- This word is primarily used in classical or formal literary contexts, poetry, and historical descriptions. It is not common in everyday modern conversation.
- It often carries a positive connotation, implying grace, elegance, or a distinguished presence.
Variants and Related Words
- Dáng vẻ (n): Appearance, look (more common and general).
- Tư thế (n): Posture, stance.
- Cốt cách (n): Character, quality (often referring to inner qualities reflected outwardly).
Synonyms
- Dáng điệu: Demeanor, bearing.
- Vóc dáng: Stature, build.
- Thần thái: Aura, spirit (often used in modern contexts for a compelling presence).
Related Idioms/Phrases
- Phong tư tài mạo: A classical phrase combining "bearing" (phong tư) and "talent and appearance" (tài mạo), used to comprehensively praise someone's elegant demeanor and outstanding qualities.
- Nhân vật ấy được miêu tả là có "phong tư tài mạo tuyệt trần". (That character is described as having "peerless bearing, talent, and appearance.")
- (từ cũ) Figure, carriage, bearing