Definition

1. Noun (Archaic):
   • Metal: An archaic Vietnamese term directly equivalent to the modern word "kim loại," referring to a solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity (e.g., iron, gold, copper).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Người xưa thường tìm kiếm các loại kim thuộc quý. (The ancients often searched for precious metals.)
  • Công cụ này được làm từ kim thuộc. (This tool is made from metal.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "kim thuộc" is rarely used in contemporary Vietnamese. It is primarily found in historical texts, classical literature, or specific compound terms. In all modern contexts, "kim loại" is the standard and correct term.

Variants and Related Words

• Kim loại (n): metal. The modern and universally used term.

  • Vàng là một kim loại quý. (Gold is a precious metal.)

• Phi kim (n): non-metal.

  • Khí oxy là một phi kim. (Oxygen gas is a non-metal.)

• Khoáng sản kim thuộc (n phrase): metallic mineral resources.

  • Vùng này giàu khoáng sản kim thuộc. (This region is rich in metallic mineral resources.)

Synonyms

• Metal: A solid material with characteristic luster, malleability, and conductivity.
• Mettle (archaic, poetic): Note: This English word is a near-homophone but means "courage or spirit." It is not a synonym for "kim thuộc" but is listed here due to potential historical translation overlaps in classical texts.

Notes on Usage

• "Kim thuộc" is an obsolete term. Learners should use "kim loại" for clarity and correctness in modern communication, writing, and academic study. The archaic nature of the word means it has no active phrasal verbs or idioms in contemporary use.

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