quí phái
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Definition
Adjective: - High-born; aristocratic: Belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or upper class, especially in terms of lineage, manners, or refined taste. - Noble; distinguished: Having an air of elegance, dignity, and superior quality.
Usage
The word quí phái is used to describe people, their appearance, demeanor, or objects that exhibit the refined elegance, dignity, and superior status traditionally associated with aristocracy or high social standing. It emphasizes innate nobility and distinction.
Examples
- (That family has a very aristocratic lineage.)
- (She has a very noble bearing and gestures.)
- (The castle was decorated in a distinguished manner.)
Advanced Usage
- "vẻ quí phái": an air of nobility / aristocratic appearance.
- Dù nghèo khó, bà cụ vẫn giữ được vẻ quí phái. (Despite poverty, the old lady still maintained an air of nobility.)
- "quí phái và thanh lịch": noble and elegant (often used together for emphasis).
- Phong cách của bà ấy vừa quí phái vừa thanh lịch. (Her style is both noble and elegant.)
Variants and Related Words
- Quý tộc (noun): Aristocrat; nobility. Refers to the social class itself.
- Tầng lớp quý tộc thời phong kiến. (The aristocratic class in feudal times.)
- Sang trọng (adjective): Luxurious, high-class. More focused on material luxury and current status rather than innate lineage.
- Một khách sạn sang trọng. (A luxurious hotel.)
Synonyms
- Cao quý: Noble, lofty (can refer to moral nobility or high status).
- Danh giá: Prestigious, of high repute.
Antonyms
- Bình dân: Common, of the common people.
- Tầm thường: Ordinary, commonplace.