tế tử

Ông cụ đang dạy tế tử cách chăm sóc cây cảnh.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Son-in-law (archaic): An old-fashioned, literary term for a daughter's husband. It is a formal and respectful term, now rarely used in modern everyday speech.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Ông ấy là tế tử của gia đình danh giá. (He is the son-in-law of a prestigious family.)
  • Trong văn bản cổ, "tế tử" dùng để chỉ con rể. (In ancient texts, "tế tử" is used to refer to a son-in-law.)

Advanced Usage

• The word "tế tử" is primarily encountered in historical contexts, classical literature, or in very formal, traditional ceremonies. Its use signifies a high level of formality and respect.

Variants and Related Words

• Con rể (n): The standard, modern Vietnamese word for son-in-law.
  • Con rể tôi là một bác sĩ. (My son-in-law is a doctor.)

Synonyms

• Son-in-law: The male spouse of one's daughter.
• Gendre: The French equivalent, often cited in historical dictionaries.

Notes on Usage

• "Tế tử" is considered an archaic term. For clear communication in contemporary settings, "con rể" is always recommended. Using "tế tử" in modern conversation may sound excessively formal or poetic.