tương xứng
Definition
- Adjective:
- Proportionate / Corresponding: Having a balanced or appropriate relationship in value, size, or quality; being in suitable proportion.
- Harmonious / Matching: Being in agreement or compatibility with something else, often in terms of appearance, color, or style.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Mức lương phải tương xứng với năng lực. (The salary must be proportionate to one's capability.)
- Chiếc cà vạt này có màu sắc tương xứng với áo sơ mi. (This tie has a color that matches the shirt.)
- Hình phạt cần tương xứng với mức độ vi phạm. (The punishment needs to correspond to the severity of the violation.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe a balanced or equitable relationship between two or more entities, emphasizing suitability and fairness.
- Sự đóng góp của các thành viên phải tương xứng với quyền lợi nhận được. (The contribution of members must be commensurate with the benefits received.)
Variants and Related Words
- Tương ứng (adj): Corresponding, equivalent. Often used for more direct, one-to-one matches, especially in technical contexts.
- Mỗi ký hiệu có một giá trị tương ứng. (Each symbol has a corresponding value.)
Synonyms
- Proportionate: Corresponding in size or degree.
- Commensurate: Corresponding in size or extent; appropriate.
- Harmonious: Forming a pleasing or consistent whole.
- Compatible: Able to exist or work together without conflict.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Xứng đôi vừa lứa: An idiom meaning "a well-matched couple," often used for relationships and implying a harmonious and suitable pairing, similar in spirit to .
- Họ thật sự là một cặp xứng đôi vừa lứa. (They are truly a well-matched couple.)