tồn cổ
Definition
- Verb:
- To preserve antiques / to conserve antiquities: The primary meaning of "tồn cổ" is the act of keeping, maintaining, or protecting old objects, artifacts, or historical relics to prevent their loss or deterioration.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Bảo tàng có nhiệm vụ tồn cổ. (The museum has the duty to preserve antiques.)
- Chúng tôi cố gắng tồn cổ những bức tượng cổ này. (We try to conserve these ancient statues.)
Advanced Usage
- While "tồn cổ" is a specific term, the concept is central to cultural heritage management. It implies a deliberate and careful effort to safeguard items of historical value for future generations.
Variants and Related Words
Bảo tồn (v): to conserve, to preserve (a broader term for conservation).
- Bảo tồn di sản văn hóa là việc quan trọng. (Preserving cultural heritage is important.)
Cổ vật (n): antique, artifact.
- Cổ vật này được tìm thấy trong một ngôi mộ cổ. (This artifact was found in an ancient tomb.)
Synonyms
- Preserve antiques: To keep old objects in their original state.
- Conserve antiquities: To protect historical artifacts from damage or decay.
Related Concepts
Di tích (n): historical site, relic.
- Thành phố này có nhiều di tích cần được bảo vệ. (This city has many historical sites that need protection.)
Gìn giữ (v): to maintain, to keep safe.
- Chúng ta phải gìn giữ truyền thống. (We must preserve traditions.)