tiền triều
Definition
- Noun:
- The previous dynasty: Refers to the dynasty that ruled immediately before the current or mentioned one in a historical context.
- The former court/regime: Denotes the administrative and ruling body of that previous dynasty.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Các quan lại của tiền triều thường bị giải tán. (Officials of the previous dynasty were often disbanded.)
- Luật lệ tiền triều có nhiều điểm khác biệt. (The laws of the former regime had many differences.)
Advanced Usage
- Used primarily in historical, literary, or formal contexts to discuss transitions of power, comparative governance, or legacy.
Variants and Related Words
- Triều đại trước: (n) The previous dynasty. A more common, less literary synonym.
- Cựu triều: (n) The old dynasty/court. Carries a similar meaning, often implying defunct or overthrown power.
Synonyms
- Preceding dynasty
- Former regime
- Anterior court
Related Idioms
- Áo mũ tiền triều: Literally "the hats and robes of the previous dynasty." Figuratively refers to outdated customs, systems, or fashions that are no longer relevant.
- Tư tưởng đó chỉ là áo mũ tiền triều mà thôi. (That ideology is just the outdated trappings of a bygone era.)