vị mặt
Definition
- Prepositional phrase:
- Out of regard for (someone): Used to indicate that an action is performed or a consideration is made specifically out of respect, consideration, or deference for another person, typically someone present or directly involved.
Usage Examples
- Prepositional phrase:
- Vị mặt anh ấy, tôi sẽ không nói điều đó. (Out of regard for him, I will not say that.)
- Chúng tôi giữ im lặng vị mặt các vị khách. (We remained silent out of regard for the guests.)
Advanced Usage
- This phrase is formal and somewhat literary in modern Vietnamese. It is often used in polite, respectful, or diplomatic contexts to explain one's courteous behavior or a concession made.
Variants and Related Words
- Vì: (preposition) because of, for the sake of. A more common and general term for indicating cause or reason.
- Tôi làm việc này vì gia đình. (I do this for my family.)
Synonyms
- Out of respect for: Acting due to a feeling of deep admiration or deference.
- Out of consideration for: Acting with careful thought for the feelings or circumstances of another.
- For the sake of: For the purpose of benefiting or respecting someone or something.
Related Idioms
- Nể mặt: (verb phrase) to show respect for someone's standing or reputation; to defer to someone.
- Tôi đồng ý chỉ vì nể mặt ông ấy. (I agreed solely out of deference to him.)