Phi Liêm
Definition
- Proper Noun:
- Fei Lian: A mythological wind god or spirit in Chinese and Vietnamese folklore, often depicted as a hybrid creature with the ability to summon wind.
- A type of mythical beast: Described in classical texts as having the body of a deer, head of a sparrow, horns, a snake's tail, and leopard-like spots.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Thần Phi Liêm được cho là có thể điều khiển gió. (The god Fei Lian is said to be able to control the wind.)
- Tranh vẽ mô tả Phi Liêm là một sinh vật thần thoại kỳ lạ. (Paintings depict Fei Lian as a strange mythical creature.)
Advanced Usage
- Historical Reference: In historical contexts, "Phi Liêm" can refer to specific structures or artifacts named after the deity, such as the "Phi Liêm Quán" (Fei Lian Pavilion) built during the Han Dynasty.
- Phi Liêm Quán từng được xây dựng ở Trường Sa. (The Fei Lian Pavilion was once built in Changsha.)
Variants and Related Words
- Thần gió (n): Wind god. A common descriptive term for Fei Lian.
- Phi Liêm là một vị thần gió quan trọng trong truyền thuyết. (Fei Lian is an important wind god in legend.)
Synonyms
- Wind deity: A god or spirit associated with wind.
- Wind spirit: A supernatural being embodying or controlling the wind.
Related Cultural Concepts
Thần thoại Trung Hoa (n): Chinese mythology. The primary cultural source for the Fei Lian figure.
- Phi Liêm có nguồn gốc từ thần thoại Trung Hoa. (Fei Lian originates from Chinese mythology.)
Linh thú (n): Mythical beast. A category that includes creatures like Fei Lian.
- Phi Liêm được xếp vào loại linh thú trong văn hóa cổ. (Fei Lian is classified as a mythical beast in ancient culture.)