Châu 9 khúc

Châu 9 khúc là một viên ngọc quý hiếm với chín vòng xoáy rõ rệt.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of precious gem: "Châu 9 khúc" is the name of a precious gemstone, said to resemble a spiral shell and possessing nine distinct whorls or layers.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Trong truyền thuyết, rồng ngậm viên châu 9 khúc. (In legend, the dragon holds the "Châu 9 khúc" gem in its mouth.)
  • Bảo vật ấy được cho là làm từ châu 9 khúc. (That treasure is believed to be made from the "Châu 9 khúc" gem.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily found in classical Vietnamese literature, myths, and historical texts describing legendary treasures. It symbolizes extreme rarity and mystical value.

Variants and Related Words

• Ngọc châu (n): pearl; a general term for precious gemstones.
• Bảo châu (n): precious pearl; a jewel.

Synonyms

• Precious gem: A valuable stone.
• Spiral gem: A gem with a coiled form.

Notes on Usage

• "Châu 9 khúc" is a fixed, literary noun. It is not used in everyday modern conversation but appears in contexts discussing mythology, ancient artifacts, or high-value symbolic objects.