kim oanh
Definition
- Noun:
- Goldfinch: A small, brightly colored songbird, specifically referring to the European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) or similar species in the finch family, known for its vibrant red face and yellow wing patches.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trong vườn có một con kim oanh đang hót. (There is a goldfinch singing in the garden.)
- Lông của chim kim oanh rất sặc sỡ. (The goldfinch's feathers are very colorful.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "kim oanh" is a classic and poetic name used in literature and formal contexts. In modern biological or everyday contexts, the more common general term "chim sẻ" (finch) or the specific name "chardonneret" (from French) might be encountered.
Variants and Related Words
- Chim sẻ: Finch, a broader category of small passerine birds.
- Chim hoàng yến: Canary, another type of small, often yellow, songbird.
Synonyms
- Goldfinch: The direct English translation.
- Chardonneret: The French-derived term used in some zoological contexts.
Related Idioms
- While there are no common idioms directly using "kim oanh", the bird is often used in Vietnamese poetry and songs as a symbol of beauty, delicate song, and joy.