Definition

Noun: - Large-sleeved ceremonial robe: A traditional, formal robe with wide sleeves, historically worn for ceremonies, rituals, or by officials in ancient Vietnam.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Các quan trong triều mặc áo thụng trong buổi lễ. (The court officials wore large-sleeved ceremonial robes during the ceremony.)
  • Áo thụng là một phần quan trọng của trang phục cung đình xưa. (The large-sleeved ceremonial robe was an important part of ancient court attire.)

Advanced Usage

• "mặc áo thụng": to wear a ceremonial robe.
  • Nhà vua mặc áo thụng trong lễ đăng quang. (The king wore a ceremonial robe at the coronation.)

Variants and Related Words

• Áo tấc (noun): Another term for a traditional, formal Vietnamese robe, often similar in formality to an .
• Áo giao lĩnh / Áo cổ giao (noun): A traditional cross-collared robe, a common style for ceremonial garments.

Synonyms

• Ceremonial robe: Lễ phục.
• Official robe: Áo quan.

Notes on Meaning

• This term (áo thụng) is now considered archaic and is primarily used in historical or literary contexts to describe traditional formal wear from Vietnam's feudal period. It is not used for modern clothing.

noun

1. Large-sleeved ceremonial robe