kèo

Definition

Noun:
- Rafter: A long, sloping structural beam (traditionally made of wood or bamboo) in a roof, running from the ridge (the highest point) down to the eaves, supporting the roof covering and the purlins (đòn tay).
- (Musical) Horn: A wind instrument, such as a bugle, trumpet, or clarion. This meaning is primarily used in the compound phrase bóp kèo (to blow a horn).

Usage Examples

Noun (Rafter):
- Ngôi nhà cổ có những cây kèo bằng gỗ lim rất chắc chắn. (The old house has very sturdy ironwood rafters.)
- Thợ mộc đang lắp đặt hệ thống kèo cho mái nhà mới. (The carpenter is installing the rafter system for the new roof.)
Noun (Horn):
- Người lính bóp kèo báo hiệu. (The soldier blew the horn to signal.)

Advanced Usage

"kèo trên" / "kèo dưới": In the context of betting or informal agreements, these terms metaphorically refer to the "upper hand" ( - the favored side) and the "underdog" or disadvantaged side (). This originates from sports betting odds.
- Đội tuyển đó là kèo trên trong trận đấu tới. (That team is the favorite in the upcoming match.)
"bắt kèo": To accept or take on a bet, a deal, or an arrangement.
- Anh ta đã bắt kèo thách đấu. (He took on the challenge.)

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Related Idioms and Colloquialisms

"Kèo nào cũng gật": A slang phrase meaning to agree to or accept every offer, deal, or proposal without discrimination, often used humorously or critically.
- Cứ rủ đi nhậu là nó "kèo nào cũng gật". (Just invite him for drinks and he agrees to every single one.)
"Thua kèo này, bày kèo khác": A saying meaning "if you lose this bet (or deal), set up another one," implying persistence and not giving up after a failure.

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