tiếp dẫn
Definition
- Verb:
- To receive and guide / to usher: The primary meaning of "tiếp dẫn" is the formal or ceremonial act of meeting someone (often a guest, visitor, or dignitary) and then leading or escorting them to a place.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Nhân viên lễ tân sẽ tiếp dẫn quý khách đến phòng họp. (The receptionist will usher the guests to the meeting room.)
- Đoàn đại biểu được tiếp dẫn vào trong cung điện. (The delegation was received and guided into the palace.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "tiếp dẫn" carries a formal, respectful, and often official tone. It is commonly used in contexts involving protocol, hospitality for important guests, or religious ceremonies (e.g., guiding spirits or souls in Buddhist contexts).
- In a Buddhist context, "tiếp dẫn" can mean to guide and receive (a soul to the Pure Land).
- Chư Phật tiếp dẫn chúng sinh về thế giới Tây Phương Cực Lạc. (The Buddhas guide and receive sentient beings to the Western Pure Land.)
Variants and Related Words
- Tiếp đón (v): to welcome, to receive (guests). This is more general and common than "tiếp dẫn".
- Hướng dẫn (v): to guide, to instruct. This focuses more on the guiding aspect without the initial "receiving" nuance.
Synonyms
- To usher: to lead or guide someone somewhere, especially politely.
- To escort: to accompany someone to a place, often for protection or courtesy.
- To receive and guide: the direct combination of the two core actions.
Notes on Usage
- "Tiếp dẫn" is not a common word in everyday conversation. It is primarily used in formal writing, official protocols, news reports about diplomatic events, or religious texts. For most daily situations, "tiếp đón" (to welcome) or "dẫn" (to lead) is used instead.