cúc vàng
Definition
- Noun:
- Marigold: A type of flowering plant belonging to the genus Tagetes, characterized by vibrant yellow or orange blooms. It is commonly cultivated in gardens and used in traditional ceremonies.
- Yellow chrysanthemum: In some contexts, it can refer to certain yellow varieties of chrysanthemum flowers.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trong vườn nhà tôi có nhiều cúc vàng nở rộ. (There are many marigolds blooming in my garden.)
- Bà tôi thường trồng cúc vàng để trang trí bàn thờ. (My grandmother often grows marigolds to decorate the altar.)
- Màu sắc rực rỡ của cúc vàng tượng trưng cho sự may mắn. (The vibrant color of the marigold symbolizes good luck.)
Advanced Usage
- Cultural Symbolism: In Vietnamese culture, (marigolds) are often associated with remembrance, longevity, and good fortune. They are frequently used during festivals like Tết Trung Thu (Mid-Autumn Festival) and in ancestral worship.
- Horticultural Term: Refers specifically to plants of the genus, known for their pest-repellent properties in companion planting.
Variants and Related Words
- Hoa cúc: Chrysanthemum (a broader term for flowers in the genus).
- Cúc vạn thọ: A common name for marigold, literally meaning "longevity chrysanthemum," often used interchangeably with .
- Tagetes: The scientific genus name for marigolds.
Synonyms
- Marigold: The most direct English equivalent.
- Tagetes: The botanical name.
- Yellow daisy: A less specific, descriptive term for its appearance.
Related Phrases
- Trồng cúc vàng: To grow marigolds.
- Mùa thu là thời điểm thích hợp để trồng cúc vàng. (Autumn is the suitable time to grow marigolds.)
- Bó cúc vàng: A bouquet of marigolds.
- Cô ấy nhận được một bó cúc vàng nhân ngày lễ. (She received a bouquet of marigolds for the holiday.)
Related Idioms
- Tươi như cúc vàng: (As fresh as a marigold) – An idiom describing someone or something that looks very vibrant, fresh, and healthy.
- Sau kỳ nghỉ, cô ấy trở lại tươi như cúc vàng. (After the vacation, she came back as fresh as a marigold.)