xứng vai
Definition
- Adjective:
- To be well-matched; to be of equal standing or rank: Describes two or more parties, individuals, or entities that are suitably paired because they share a comparable social status, level, capability, or importance.
- To be a fitting match: Often used in contexts of marriage, partnerships, or competitions to indicate that the involved parties are appropriately suited for each other.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Hai gia đình này hoàn toàn xứng vai. (These two families are completely well-matched.)
- Họ là một cặp đôi xứng vai. (They are a perfectly matched couple.)
- Trong cuộc đàm phán, hai công ty tỏ ra xứng vai. (In the negotiation, the two companies proved to be of equal standing.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase is often used in formal or literary contexts to discuss social, marital, or professional compatibility. It implies a balance and lack of disparity between the subjects.
Variants and Related Words
- Xứng đôi (adj): To be a well-matched pair (often used specifically for couples).
- Họ trông thật xứng đôi. (They look like a perfect match.)
Synonyms
- Well-matched: Suited to each other.
- Of equal rank: Having the same status.
- On par: Being at an equal level.
Related Idioms
- Xứng mặt vừa vai: An idiom emphasizing a perfect match in both appearance/social face and status/role.
- Đám cưới của họ được xem là xứng mặt vừa vai. (Their wedding is considered a perfect match in all respects.)