Definition

1. Noun:

   • Authority / Prestige: The power or right to give commands, enforce obedience, or make decisions, often derived from one's position, character, or achievements. It implies a commanding and respected presence.
   • Awe-inspiring demeanor / Majestic air: A dignified and impressive manner that commands respect and sometimes fear.

2. Adjective (in compound words):

   • Used in compounds to describe something possessing or relating to authority, power, or majesty.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Vị tướng có uy lớn trong quân đội. (The general has great authority in the army.)
  • Anh ấy nói năng với một vẻ uy nghiêm. (He speaks with a majestic air.)
  • Họ sợ uy của ông chủ. (They fear the boss's authority.)

Advanced Usage

• "Ra oai" / "Ra uy": To show off one's power or authority; to throw one's weight around.

  • Anh ta thích ra oai với cấp dưới. (He likes to show off his authority to his subordinates.)

• "Uy phong": Majestic and awe-inspiring; dignified and powerful bearing.

  • Lâu đài đứng sừng sững với vẻ uy phong. (The castle stands tall with a majestic air.)

Variants and Related Words

• Uy quyền (n): Power and authority, often official or institutional.

  • Uy quyền của nhà vua là tuyệt đối. (The king's authority was absolute.)

• Uy tín (n): Prestige, credit, reputation. The respect and trust earned through reliability and character.

  • Công ty đó có uy tín rất cao. (That company has very high prestige.)

• Uy nghi (adj): Majestic, solemn, dignified.

  • Buổi lễ diễn ra trong khung cảnh uy nghi. (The ceremony took place in a majestic setting.)

• Uy lực (n): Force, power, might (often physical or influential).

  • Uy lực của vũ khí mới rất đáng sợ. (The might of the new weapon is terrifying.)

Synonyms

• Authority: The power to influence or command.
• Prestige: Widespread respect and admiration.
• Majesty: Impressive stateliness or dignity.

Related Idioms

• "Oai phong lẫm liệt": Very majestic and imposing; having an exceptionally dignified and heroic bearing.

  • Vị anh hùng hiện lên oai phong lẫm liệt. (The hero appeared immensely majestic.)

• "Làm oai làm uy": To act in an authoritative or domineering manner.

  • Đừng có làm oai làm uy với tôi. (Don't you act all high and mighty with me.)