tiết hạnh
Definition
- Noun:
- Chastity and virtue: The traditional moral qualities of a woman, specifically her fidelity, loyalty, and devoted conduct towards her husband, according to feudal or Confucian societal standards.
- Moral integrity: The state of being a virtuous and morally upright woman, often encompassing chastity, faithfulness, and proper behavior.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Người phụ nữ ấy được cả làng khen ngợi vì tiết hạnh. (That woman is praised by the whole village for her chastity and virtue.)
- Theo quan niệm xưa, tiết hạnh là phẩm chất tối quan trọng của người vợ. (According to old beliefs, chastity and virtue were the most important qualities of a wife.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "tiết hạnh" is primarily used in historical, literary, or formal contexts to discuss traditional female virtues. It is considered an archaic concept in modern discourse and can carry connotations of outdated patriarchal values.
Variants and Related Words
Trinh tiết (n): virginity, chastity (often more narrowly focused on sexual purity).
- Câu chuyện bàn về giá trị của trinh tiết thời phong kiến. (The story discusses the value of chastity in the feudal era.)
Đức hạnh (n): virtue, moral virtue (a more general term for moral excellence, not gender-specific).
- Bà ấy là người có đức hạnh, được mọi người quý trọng. (She is a virtuous person, respected by everyone.)
Synonyms
- Chastity: The state of refraining from extramarital, or especially from all, sexual intercourse.
- Virtue: Behavior showing high moral standards, specifically female virtue in this context.
- Fidelity: Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
Related Idioms
- Giữ gìn tiết hạnh: To preserve one's chastity and virtue.
- Trong tác phẩm, nhân vật chính quyết tâm giữ gìn tiết hạnh. (In the literary work, the main character is determined to preserve her chastity and virtue.)