cua-roa
Definition
- Noun:
- Fan belt: A specific type of belt, typically made of reinforced rubber, used in an engine to drive components like the cooling fan, water pump, alternator, or power steering pump.
- Drive belt / V-belt: A general term for a loop of flexible material, often with a trapezoidal (V-shaped) cross-section, used to transmit power between rotating shafts, such as in machinery or automotive engines.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Tiếng rít phát ra từ động cơ có thể do cua-roa bị mòn. (The squealing sound from the engine could be from a worn fan belt.)
- Thợ máy kiểm tra và thay thế cua-roa máy phát điện. (The mechanic checked and replaced the alternator drive belt.)
- Cần điều chỉnh độ căng của cua-roa cho đúng. (The tension of the V-belt needs to be adjusted correctly.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "cua-roa" is a direct phonetic adaptation from the French word , meaning belt. It is primarily used in technical, mechanical, and automotive contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Dây đai: A more general Vietnamese term for "belt" or "strap", which can be used in both mechanical and everyday contexts (e.g., seat belt: ).
- Curoa: A common alternate spelling of "cua-roa".
Synonyms
- Fan belt
- Drive belt
- V-belt
- Serpentine belt (a specific type of modern, multi-ribbed drive belt)
Related Terms (Technical Context)
- Pulley: ( or ) The wheel that the cua-roa runs on.
- Tensioner: () A device that maintains proper tension on the belt.