Definition

1. Adjective phrase:
   • Making a nice couple, well-matched: Describes two people, typically a romantic couple, who look very good together or are considered highly compatible in appearance, character, or social standing.
   • Well-suited / well-paired: Can be extended to describe two items or elements that complement each other perfectly, creating a harmonious and pleasing combination.

Usage Examples

• Adjective phrase:
  • Hai người đó trông thật đẹp đôi. (Those two look like a perfect couple.)
  • Chiếc cà vạt này và áo sơ mi kia rất đẹp đôi. (This tie and that shirt are very well-paired.)
  • Ai cũng khen họ đẹp đôi và hạnh phúc. (Everyone compliments them for being a lovely and happy couple.)

Advanced Usage

• The phrase is often used as a compliment or an observation about harmony, not just physical beauty but overall suitability.
• It can be used in broader contexts beyond romance, such as in design, fashion, or any pairing of objects or concepts.
  • Màu sơn tường và nội thất trong phòng tạo nên một sự kết hợp đẹp đôi. (The wall paint and the furniture in the room create a beautifully matched combination.)

Variants and Related Words

• Xứng đôi (adjective phrase): well-matched, deserving of each other (often implies a good match in qualities or status).
  • Họ thật sự xứng đôi vừa lứa. (They are truly a well-matched pair.)

Synonyms

• Well-matched: Suited to each other.
• A perfect couple: A pair that is ideally suited.
• Well-suited: Fitting together appropriately.
• Harmonious: Forming a pleasing or consistent whole.

Related Idioms

• Đôi lứa đẹp đôi: A specifically romantic phrase emphasizing a handsome/beautiful, well-matched young couple.
  • Lễ cưới của đôi lứa đẹp đôi ấy thật long trọng. (The wedding of that beautiful, well-matched couple was very solemn.)

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