Definition

1. Noun:
   • Guinea fowl: A domesticated bird of the species Numida meleagris, originally from Africa, known for its distinctive speckled plumage and loud call. It is raised for meat and eggs.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Trang trại của họ nuôi rất nhiều gà nhật. (Their farm raises many guinea fowl.)
  • Thịt gà nhật được nhiều người ưa chuộng. (Guinea fowl meat is favored by many people.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "gà nhật" is a common vernacular name in Vietnamese. In more formal or scientific contexts, the bird may be referred to by its full name or species.

Variants and Related Words

• Gà guinea: An alternative Vietnamese name, a direct loan from the English "guinea fowl."
• Gà Phi: A less common term meaning "African chicken," referencing the bird's origin.

Synonyms

• Guinea fowl: The standard English term.
• Pintade: The French-derived term, as noted in the reference.

Notes on Etymology

• The name "gà nhật" (literally "Japanese chicken") is a historical misnomer in Vietnamese, as the bird is not native to Japan. The name likely arose from early trade or cultural connections.