dây lưng
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Definition
- Noun:
- Belt: A strip of flexible material, such as leather or fabric, worn around the waist to secure clothing, like trousers or a skirt, or as a fashion accessory.
- Waistband: A band or cord that encircles the waist, often used to hold up garments like traditional áo dài or loose-fitting pants.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ấy mua một chiếc dây lưng da mới. (He bought a new leather belt.)
- Cô ấy thắt dây lưng trên tà áo dài. (She tied the waistband on her áo dài.)
- Dây lưng của anh ấy bị đứt. (His belt broke.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "dây lưng" can specifically refer to the traditional waist-cinching cord used with Vietnamese attire, distinguishing it from the more modern, buckle-fastened "thắt lưng" (belt), though they are often used interchangeably in casual speech.
Variants and Related Words
- Thắt lưng (n): This is a more common synonym for a belt, especially one with a buckle. It literally means "to tie the waist."
- Anh ấy quên không đeo thắt lưng. (He forgot to wear his belt.)
Synonyms
- Belt: A strip of material worn around the waist.
- Waistband: A band encircling the waist.
- Girdle: An archaic or formal term for a belt or cord worn around the waist.
Related Idioms
- Thắt dây lưng: Literally "to tighten the belt," meaning to live more frugally or to prepare for hardship.
- Trong thời kỳ khó khăn, mọi người phải thắt dây lưng. (During hard times, people have to tighten their belts.)