thánh giá

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The Vietnamese word "thánh giá" translates to "the cross" in English, specifically referring to the Christian symbol of the cross. It is a noun and holds significant religious meaning, especially in Christianity, where it represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and symbolizes faith, sacrifice, and redemption.

Basic Usage:

• General Meaning: "Thánh giá" is primarily used to refer to the Christian cross. In a religious context, it is a symbol of Christianity and is often used in prayers and religious ceremonies.
• Example Sentence: "Trong nhà thờ, có một thánh giá lớn." (In the church, there is a large cross.)

Advanced Usage:

• In addition to its literal meaning, "thánh giá" can also be used metaphorically to discuss themes of suffering, sacrifice, or devotion in literature or conversations.
• Example Sentence: "Cuộc đời của anh ấy giống như một thánh giá, đầy thử thách và hy sinh." (His life is like a cross, full of challenges and sacrifices.)

Word Variants:

• There aren’t direct variants of "thánh giá," but you might come across related terms:
  • "Thánh" means "holy" or "saint," which can be used in other religious contexts.
  • "Giá" means "price" or "value," which is unrelated to the religious context.

Different Meanings:

• While "thánh giá" specifically refers to the Christian cross, in a broader context, "thánh" can refer to anything holy or sacred, and "giá" can refer to other meanings in different contexts.

Synonyms:

• The term does not have direct synonyms in Vietnamese when referring to the Christian cross; however, in a general religious context, you might encounter words like "thập tự," which also means "cross."

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noun

1. the cross
2. Imperial carriage