thế gia
Definition
- Noun:
- Noble family / lineage: A family of high social standing, with a long and distinguished ancestry, often associated with traditional aristocracy or scholarly heritage.
- Established / prominent family: A family that is well-known and respected over generations for its status, achievements, or influence.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ông ấy xuất thân từ một thế gia vọng tộc. (He comes from a noble and prestigious lineage.)
- Ngôi nhà cổ kính đó từng thuộc về một thế gia lớn trong vùng. (That ancient house once belonged to a great established family in the region.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "thế gia" is primarily used in historical, literary, or formal contexts to describe the old aristocracy or scholarly gentry, often in contrast to new wealth or commoners.
Variants and Related Words
- Danh gia vọng tộc (n): a prestigious and renowned family. This is a common four-word idiom with a similar meaning to "thế gia".
- Họ Lê là một danh gia vọng tộc lâu đời. (The Le family is a long-standing prestigious clan.)
Synonyms
- Noble family: A family belonging to the aristocracy by birth or title.
- Lineage: Direct descent from a particular ancestor, especially a distinguished one.
- Aristocratic family: A family of the highest social class.
Related Idioms
- "Con nhà thế gia": A child from a noble/established family. This idiom implies good upbringing and refinement.
- Cử chỉ của cô ấy đúng là con nhà thế gia. (Her manners are truly those of a child from a noble family.)