chiết yêu

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specific type of decorative pattern: "chiết yêu" refers to a particular ornamental design, often found in traditional East Asian art and architecture. It is most commonly encountered as part of the compound term "bát chiết yêu".

Usage

• The word "chiết yêu" is almost exclusively used in the fixed compound "bát chiết yêu". It is very rare to see "chiết yêu" used independently in modern Vietnamese.
• "bát chiết yêu" describes a classic, intricate decorative motif, typically consisting of a series of connected, curved segments or folds, resembling pleats or petals. It is frequently seen on traditional altars, furniture, ceramic ware, and architectural elements.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Chiếc bàn thờ được chạm trổ hoa văn bát chiết yêu tinh xảo. (The altar is exquisitely carved with a bát chiết yêu pattern.)
  • Hoa văn bát chiết yêu là một nét đặc trưng của đồ gỗ cổ truyền Việt Nam. (The bát chiết yêu pattern is a characteristic feature of traditional Vietnamese wooden furniture.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is highly specialized and belongs to the lexicon of traditional crafts, art history, and antiquities. It is not used in everyday conversation.

Variants and Related Words

• Bát chiết yêu (noun): The full and standard term for the specific decorative pattern. "Chiết yêu" on its own is essentially a shortened form referencing this compound.
  • Sưu tầm những mẫu bát chiết yêu đẹp. (Collect beautiful bát chiết yêu patterns.)

Notes on Meaning

• "Chiết yêu" does not have a standalone meaning separate from "bát chiết yêu". Dictionaries typically list it with a cross-reference (e.g., "xem bát chiết yêu"), indicating that the user should look up the full compound term for the definition.
• The pattern symbolizes refinement, tradition, and skilled craftsmanship.

Học thuật

1. xem bát chiết yêu