dãy hồi lan
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of balustrade or railing: "Dãy hồi lan" refers to a series or row of round, twisted, or spirally turned balusters or railings, often found in traditional Vietnamese architecture.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Kiến trúc của ngôi chùa cổ có những dãy hồi lan bằng gỗ rất tinh xảo. (The architecture of the ancient pagoda features very intricate wooden dãy hồi lan.)
- Dãy hồi lan quanh hiên nhà không chỉ đẹp mà còn rất chắc chắn. (The dãy hồi lan surrounding the house's veranda is not only beautiful but also very sturdy.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is specialized and primarily used in the context of describing architectural elements, particularly in historical or religious buildings like pagodas, temples, or communal houses.
Variants and Related Words
Lan can (n): A more general term for a railing, balustrade, or guardrail.
- Lan can cầu thang được làm bằng sắt. (The staircase railing is made of iron.)
Tay vịn (n): Handrail.
- Hãy vịn vào tay vịn khi đi xuống cầu thang. (Please hold the handrail when going down the stairs.)
Synonyms
- Twisted balustrade: A railing made of spirally shaped supports.
- Spiral railing: A railing featuring a helical or twisted design.
Notes on Usage
- "Dãy hồi lan" is a specific architectural term and is not commonly used in everyday modern conversation. It is most likely to be encountered in historical descriptions, architectural studies, or tours of heritage sites.