Rha-đê
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Rha-đê: The name of a specific subgroup within the Ê-đê (Ede) ethnic group, one of the recognized ethnic minorities in Vietnam. This term refers to a distinct community with its own cultural and linguistic identity within the larger Ê-đê ethnicity.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Người Rha-đê chủ yếu sinh sống ở tỉnh Đắk Lắk. (The Rha-đê people primarily live in Đắk Lắk province.)
- Tiếng nói của người Rha-đê thuộc ngữ hệ Nam Đảo. (The language of the Rha-đê people belongs to the Austronesian language family.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in anthropological, ethnographic, and official contexts to specify this particular community. It is important to use the term with respect and accuracy when discussing Vietnam's ethnic composition.
Variants and Related Words
- Ê-đê (Ede): The larger ethnic group to which the Rha-đê belong.
- Người Rha-đê: The Rha-đê people.
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms, as it is a specific proper noun. Related terms include "Ê-đê subgroup" or "Rha-đê community."
Related Cultural Notes
- The Rha-đê, like other Ê-đê subgroups, are known for their rich cultural traditions, including distinctive forms of music, architecture (notably longhouses), and a matrilineal social system.