béc-giê
Definition
- Noun:
- A breed of dog: "Béc-giê" is a Vietnamese transliteration of the French word "berger," meaning "shepherd." It specifically refers to shepherd dog breeds, most commonly the German Shepherd (Berger Allemand) or sometimes the Belgian Shepherd (Berger Belge).
- A herding or working dog: The term denotes dogs originally bred for herding and guarding livestock, known for their intelligence, loyalty, and versatility.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Nhà tôi nuôi một chú béc-giê rất thông minh. (My family has a very intelligent German Shepherd.)
- Béc-giê thường được huấn luyện để làm chó nghiệp vụ. (Shepherd dogs are often trained to be working dogs.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used generically in Vietnamese to refer to medium-to-large shepherd-type dogs, though the German Shepherd is the most common association.
Variants and Related Words
Chó béc-giê: A more complete phrase meaning "shepherd dog."
- Chó béc-giê là giống chó trung thành. (The shepherd dog is a loyal breed.)
Chó chăn cừu: The direct Vietnamese translation for "sheepdog" or "herding dog."
- Chó chăn cừu có bản năng bảo vệ đàn gia súc. (Herding dogs have an instinct to protect livestock.)
Synonyms
- Shepherd dog: A dog bred to herd and guard livestock.
- German Shepherd: A specific breed often referred to by this term.
- Working dog: A dog trained to perform practical tasks.
Related Idioms
- While there are no direct idioms with "béc-giê," dogs of this type are often referenced in Vietnamese sayings about loyalty, protection, and vigilance.