Cò Xung
Definition
- Proper noun:
- An alternative name for the La Hủ ethnic group: "Cò Xung" is one of the names used to refer to the La Hủ people, an ethnic group primarily residing in the mountainous regions of northern Vietnam, particularly in Lai Châu province.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Người Cò Xung có nền văn hóa truyền thống rất phong phú. (The Cò Xung people have a very rich traditional culture.)
- Một số tài liệu nhân chủng học đề cập đến nhóm Cò Xung. (Some anthropological documents mention the Cò Xung group.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "Cò Xung" is used primarily in ethnographic, anthropological, or official administrative contexts when discussing the ethnic composition of Vietnam.
Variants and Related Words
- La Hủ (proper noun): The more common and official name for this ethnic group.
- Tiếng La Hủ thuộc ngữ hệ Tạng-Miến. (The La Hủ language belongs to the Tibeto-Burman language family.)
Synonyms
- La Hủ: The primary synonym and more widely recognized name for the same ethnic group.
Note on Usage
- "Cò Xung" is a specific ethnonym. It is not used in general conversation but is relevant in academic, governmental, or cultural discussions about Vietnam's ethnic minorities.