Definition

1. Noun:
   • Manner / Demeanor: The outward appearance, bearing, or way of carrying oneself that conveys a person's character or attitude.
   • Style / Form (in literature): Refers to the characteristic mode of expression or form in literary or artistic works.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Anh ấy có phong nghi của một nhà lãnh đạo. (He has the demeanor of a leader.)
  • Phong nghi trong thơ của bà rất độc đáo. (The style in her poetry is very unique.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is formal and is often used in written or literary contexts to describe a dignified or distinctive manner.

Variants and Related Words

• Phong cách (n): style, manner (more commonly used for personal or artistic style).
  • Phong cách thiết kế của anh ấy rất hiện đại. (His design style is very modern.)
• Tư thế (n): posture, stance (more physical than ).
  • Tư thế ngồi đúng rất quan trọng. (Correct sitting posture is very important.)

Synonyms

• Demeanor: outward behavior or bearing.
• Manner: a way in which a person acts.
• Style: a distinctive appearance, design, or form.

Related Idioms

• Ra phong nghi: to put on airs; to assume a dignified or affected manner.
  • Ông ấy thích ra phong nghi trước mặt khách. (He likes to put on airs in front of guests.)