tướng ngỏ tôi hiền

Definition

1. Idiom (Thành ngữ):
   • A wise ruler and loyal subjects: This idiom describes an ideal state where the leader is virtuous and capable, and the subordinates are loyal and good. It depicts a harmonious and effective governing relationship.
   • A good general and obedient soldiers: In a more specific context, it can refer to a capable military commander with disciplined and faithful troops.

Usage Examples

• Idiom:
  • Thời kỳ thịnh trị thường gắn liền với cảnh tướng ngỏ tôi hiền. (A prosperous era is often associated with a wise ruler and loyal subjects.)
  • Đội bóng đó mạnh vì có tướng ngỏ tôi hiền. (That football team is strong because it has a good coach and obedient players.)

Advanced Usage

• This idiom is often used in historical or literary contexts to praise a well-governed period or a highly effective organization. It implies that success comes from the quality of both leadership and followership.

Variants and Related Words

• Quân minh thần lương (Idiom): A similar Sino-Vietnamese idiom meaning "an enlightened king and virtuous ministers."
• Trên thuận dưới hòa (Idiom): Meaning "those above are agreeable, and those below are harmonious," focusing on general harmony.

Synonyms

• Good leadership and loyal team: A direct conceptual synonym in English.
• A virtuous ruler and worthy subordinates: A more formal equivalent.

Related Idioms

• Bề trên ở đẳng, bề dưới ở vâng: Meaning "superiors command, and inferiors obey," emphasizing hierarchy and obedience.
• Trên kính dưới nhường: Meaning "those above respect, those below yield," highlighting mutual respect within a hierarchy.