tiên sinh

Ông tiên sinh đang giảng bài cho học trò.

Definition

1. Noun (archaic):
   • Teacher, Master: A respectful term for a teacher or scholar, especially in historical or classical contexts.
   • Sir, Mister: A polite and honorific title used to address or refer to an elder, a respected man, or a person of higher status.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Chúng tôi kính trọng vị tiên sinh của mình. (We respect our teacher/master.)
  • Tiên sinh có ý kiến gì về vấn đề này? (What is your opinion on this matter, Sir?)

Advanced Usage

• The term "tiên sinh" is primarily used in historical narratives, classical literature, or in very formal, traditional settings. It conveys a high level of reverence and is not common in modern everyday speech.

Variants and Related Words

• Giáo tiên sinh (n): A more specific, formal term for a teacher or professor.
  • Giáo tiên sinh giảng bài rất hay. (The professor lectures very well.)

Synonyms

• Thầy giáo: Teacher (modern, common).
• Ngài: Sir, Your Honor (formal address).
• Bậc thầy: Master, expert.

Related Idioms

• Kính nhi viễn chi: (Idiom meaning "Respect from afar") This classical attitude is often directed towards a "tiên sinh".
  • Đối với vị tiên sinh ấy, mọi người đều kính nhi viễn chi. (Regarding that master, everyone maintains a respectful distance.)