yêu mến
Definition
- Verb:
- To have affection for; to hold dear: A warm, tender feeling of fondness and care towards someone or something, often less intense than passionate love.
- To like very much; to be fond of: Expressing a strong preference or liking for a person, object, or concept.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Mọi người đều yêu mến cô giáo ấy vì sự tử tế của cô. (Everyone is fond of that teacher because of her kindness.)
- Tôi yêu mến thành phố quê hương của mình. (I hold my hometown city dear.)
- Bà ấy yêu mến những bộ phim cổ điển. (She is very fond of classic films.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "yêu mến" often implies a respectful, enduring, and sincere affection. It is commonly used to describe feelings towards mentors, respected figures, one's country, or cherished ideals.
- It can be used in formal and semi-formal contexts, such as in speeches or writing, to express esteem.
Variants and Related Words
- Thương mến (v): to have tender affection for. This can be slightly more intimate or personal than "yêu mến."
- Bố mẹ thương mến các con. (Parents have tender affection for their children.)
- Quý mến (v): to esteem, to hold in high and affectionate regard. Often emphasizes respect.
- Các đồng nghiệp đều quý mến anh ấy. (His colleagues all hold him in high esteem.)
Synonyms
- Cherish: To hold something as dear and care for it deeply.
- Be fond of: To have a liking or affection for.
- Hold dear: To consider something very important and valued.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Được lòng yêu mến: To be beloved, to win the affection (of people).
- Vị lãnh đạo đó được lòng yêu mến của dân chúng. (That leader is beloved by the people.)