quý mến
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Definition
- Verb:
- To hold in affection and esteem; to have a fond regard for: This is the core meaning of "quý mến." It expresses a warm, respectful, and appreciative feeling towards someone, combining fondness with high regard. It is stronger and more personal than simple liking ("thích") and implies a degree of respect and value.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Mọi người đều quý mến cô giáo ấy. (Everyone holds that teacher in affection and esteem.)
- Ông ấy được quý mến vì sự chân thành và tốt bụng. (He is loved and esteemed for his sincerity and kindness.)
- Tôi rất quý mến người bạn này. (I have a great fond regard for this friend.)
Advanced Usage
- "được quý mến": to be held in affection and esteem; to be well-liked and respected.
- Vị lãnh đạo ấy rất được quý mến. (That leader is very much loved and esteemed.)
Variants and Related Words
Quý (adj/v): precious, valuable; to value highly. It focuses more on the "esteem" or "value" aspect.
- Cô ấy là một nhân viên rất được quý trọng. (She is a highly valued employee.)
Mến (v): to be fond of, to like. It focuses more on the "affection" or "fondness" aspect and is slightly less formal.
- Tôi mến tính cách thẳng thắn của anh ấy. (I am fond of his straightforward character.)
Synonyms
- Esteem: to regard highly or favorably.
- Cherish: to hold or treat as dear; feel love for.
- Hold dear: to care for deeply.
- Regard warmly: to have warm, positive feelings towards.
Related Idioms
- Quý mến như vàng: to cherish someone/something like gold. This idiom emphasizes the high value and preciousness of the feeling.
- Bà nội quý mến chiếc lược cũ như vàng. (The grandmother cherished the old comb like gold.)
- Love and esteem
- Quý mến các chiến sĩTo love and esteem our combatants