chim cắt

Chim cắt đang bay lượn trên bầu trời xanh.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Falcon: A bird of prey belonging to the genus Falco, characterized by long, pointed wings and a notched beak, known for its speed and hunting prowess.
   • Specific types: The term can refer to various species within this group, such as the common kestrel.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Chim cắt là một loài chim săn mồi nhanh nhẹn. (The falcon is a swift bird of prey.)
  • Tôi đã nhìn thấy một con chim cắt đang bay lượn trên bầu trời. (I saw a falcon soaring in the sky.)

Advanced Usage

• "Chim cắt lưng xám": Refers specifically to the Grey-backed Falcon (), a species found in Australia.
• "Chim cắt bụng hung": Refers specifically to the Nankeen Kestrel (), also known as the Australian Kestrel.

Variants and Related Words

• Cắt (n): A shortened, more technical form of "chim cắt," used in ornithology.
• Chim ưng (n): Hawk; a related but distinct bird of prey, often larger than a falcon.
• Chim đại bàng (n): Eagle; a larger bird of prey.

Synonyms

• Falcon (n): The direct English translation.
• Bird of prey (n): A general term for predatory birds like falcons, hawks, and eagles.

Related Phrases

• Săn mồi như chim cắt: To hunt like a falcon (meaning to be a very skilled and efficient hunter).
  • Anh ấy săn mồi như chim cắt trên thương trường. (He hunts like a falcon in the business world.)