yêu dấu
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Definition
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.
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.)