Definition

1. Verb:
   • To obey, to comply: To act in accordance with an order, rule, or instruction from a higher authority. It implies a formal or dutiful adherence to commands or regulations.
   • To follow, to execute: To carry out a directive or command as required.

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Mọi người phải tuân hành luật pháp. (Everyone must obey the law.)
  • Binh lính tuân hành mệnh lệnh của chỉ huy. (The soldiers complied with the commander's order.)
  • Công ty tuân hành các quy định mới. (The company follows the new regulations.)

Advanced Usage

• The word "tuân hành" often carries a formal, official, or hierarchical connotation. It is typically used in contexts involving laws, military orders, official directives, or strict organizational rules. It is less common in casual, everyday instructions.

Variants and Related Words

• Tuân theo (v): to obey, to adhere to. This is a more general and commonly used synonym.
  • Chúng tôi tuân theo hướng dẫn. (We follow the instructions.)
• Tuân thủ (v): to comply with, to observe (often used for rules, agreements, or protocols).
  • Tuân thủ quy tắc an toàn là rất quan trọng. (Complying with safety rules is very important.)

Synonyms

• Obey: to act according to a command.
• Comply: to act in accordance with a wish, rule, or request.
• Follow: to act according to an instruction or guideline.
• Execute: to carry out a plan or order.

Related Phrases

• Tuân hành mệnh lệnh: to obey an order/command.
  • Việc tuân hành mệnh lệnh là nghĩa vụ. (Obeying orders is an obligation.)
• Tuân hành pháp luật: to obey the law.
  • Tuân hành pháp luật là trách nhiệm của mỗi công dân. (Complying with the law is the responsibility of every citizen.)