Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Dear / Beloved: Expressing deep, tender, and cherished affection. It describes someone or something that is loved dearly and held in the heart with great fondness.
   • Endearing: Having qualities that inspire love and affection.

2. Noun (used in direct address):

   • My dear / My beloved: A term of endearment used to directly address a loved one, such as a partner, child, or close family member.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Quê hương yêu dấu của tôi. (My beloved homeland.)
  • Cô ấy giữ những kỷ niệm yêu dấu. (She keeps dear memories.)
• Noun (in address):
  • Yêu dấu, con đang ở đâu? (My dear, where are you?)
  • Anh nhớ em, yêu dấu của anh. (I miss you, my beloved.)

Advanced Usage

• Used in formal, poetic, or deeply emotional contexts to convey profound attachment. It is stronger and more sentimental than the simple word "yêu" (to love).
• Often found in literature, songs, and formal speeches to evoke strong emotional resonance.

Variants and Related Words

• Yêu quý (adj): Dear, precious. Often used for people or things one holds in high regard and affection.
  • Người bạn yêu quý. (A dear friend.)
• Thân yêu (adj): Beloved, dear. Commonly used in phrases like "quê hương thân yêu" (beloved homeland) or as a salutation in letters.

Synonyms

• Beloved: Deeply loved.
• Dear: Regarded with deep affection.
• Cherished: Protected and cared for lovingly.
• Adored: Loved and admired greatly.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• Kỷ vật yêu dấu: A cherished keepsake or memento.
  • Chiếc vòng tay là kỷ vật yêu dấu của bà. (The bracelet is a cherished keepsake from my grandmother.)
• Tiếng gọi yêu dấu: A term of endearment; a loving call.
  • "Con yêu" là tiếng gọi yêu dấu của mẹ. ("My child" is my mother's term of endearment.)

noun

1. dear