ca lô
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Noun: A soft, foldable military-style cap made of cloth or felt, without a brim, often with a creased or pinched crown resembling a bird's crest. It is typically associated with certain military, paramilitary, or scout uniforms.
Usage Examples
- (The soldiers wore uniforms and garrison caps.)
- (The green cloth garrison cap is part of the scout uniform.)
- (He gently pinched the crown of the garrison cap before putting it on.)
Advanced Usage
The term is often used to evoke a specific historical or militaristic aesthetic, particularly in reference to Vietnamese revolutionary soldiers or scouts.
Variants and Related Words
- Mũ ca lô: This is a fuller, more common phrasing meaning "garrison cap," where "mũ" explicitly means "hat" or "cap."
Synonyms
- Garrison cap
- Field cap
- Side cap (a common British English term)
Notes on Usage
- The word originates from the French word .
- It is distinct from a beret, as it has a more structured, pinched crown rather than a soft, round, flat shape.
- In English, "garrison cap" is the most direct equivalent, especially in an American military context.