bẫy sập
Definition
- Noun:
- A trap with a falling mechanism: A device designed to capture or kill by means of a platform or cover that gives way when stepped on or triggered.
- A pitfall trap: Specifically, a concealed pit, the covering of which collapses under weight.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Thợ săn đặt một cái bẫy sập trên lối mòn. (The hunter set a pitfall trap on the trail.)
- Con hổ đã rơi vào bẫy sập. (The tiger fell into the pitfall.)
- Cái bẫy sập được ngụy trang rất kỹ bằng lá cây. (The trapdoor snare was carefully camouflaged with leaves.)
Advanced Usage
- Used metaphorically for a cunning plan or ambush: Refers to a cleverly laid plan to deceive or ensnare someone.
- Lời đề nghị ngọt ngào đó thực ra là một cái bẫy sập. (That sweet offer was actually a pitfall / a clever trap.)
Variants and Related Words
- Bẫy (n): A general term for any type of trap (e.g., snare, cage trap).
- Hầm chông (n): A pit trap with sharp stakes at the bottom.
- Bẫy lồng (n): Cage trap.
- Bẫy kẹp (n): Clamp trap or leg-hold trap.
Synonyms
- Pitfall (n): A hidden or unsuspected danger or difficulty; a pit used as a trap.
- Trapdoor (n): A hinged or sliding door in a floor, ceiling, or roof, often associated with traps.
- Deadfall (n): A trap consisting of a heavy object positioned to fall on and capture or kill prey.
Related Phrases
- Giăng bẫy (v): To set a trap.
- Sa bẫy (v): To fall into a trap.
- Sập bẫy (v): To fall into a trap (emphasizing the collapsing action).
Related Idioms
- Cẩn tắc vô ưu (Proverb): Being careful avoids worry. This is related conceptually as it advises caution against pitfalls.
- Phải luôn cẩn thận để không sập bẫy của đối thủ. (You must always be careful so as not to fall into your rival's trap.)