cú tuyết
Definition
- Noun:
- Snowy Owl: A large, white owl native to Arctic regions, scientifically known as Bubo scandiacus. It is characterized by its white plumage, which provides camouflage in snowy environments, and yellow eyes.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cú tuyết là một loài chim săn mồi mạnh mẽ. (The snowy owl is a powerful bird of prey.)
- Chúng tôi nhìn thấy một con cú tuyết trong chuyến đi đến Bắc Cực. (We saw a snowy owl on our trip to the Arctic.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in zoological and wildlife contexts. It can appear in literature or media to symbolize the Arctic wilderness, cold, or solitude.
Variants and Related Words
- Harfang: An alternative name, derived from French, for the snowy owl.
- Cú trắng: A descriptive Vietnamese variant meaning "white owl," which may refer to the snowy owl or other white owl species.
Synonyms
- Snowy Owl: The direct English translation and common name.
- Arctic Owl: A name referencing its habitat.
- Great White Owl: A descriptive name emphasizing its size and color.
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms in Vietnamese specifically featuring "cú tuyết." The owl in general may appear in idioms related to wisdom or night.