kèn loa
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of ancient horn or trumpet: A traditional wind instrument, typically made of brass or other materials, characterized by a long, flared bell that resembles a megaphone. It is often used in ceremonial or military contexts.
- A loudspeaker or megaphone (by analogy): Due to its shape and function of amplifying sound, the term can be used metaphorically to refer to a loudhailer or public address system.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Người lính thổi kèn loa. (The soldier blows the ancient trumpet.)
- Âm thanh từ chiếc kèn loa vang xa. (The sound from the ancient horn carries far.)
- Anh ấy nói qua kèn loa. (He speaks through the megaphone.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "kèn loa" is somewhat archaic and is primarily used in historical or descriptive contexts to refer to specific traditional instruments, rather than modern brass instruments.
Variants and Related Words
- Kèn (n): A general term for horn, trumpet, or any wind instrument.
- Kèn đồng: brass instrument.
- Loa (n): A loudspeaker, speaker, or megaphone.
- Loa phường: a public address system.
Synonyms
- Ancient trumpet
- Horn
- Megaphone (in its metaphorical sense)
Related Idioms
- Thổi kèn loa: Literally "to blow the ancient horn," can figuratively mean to boast loudly or to publicize something noisily.
- Đừng có thổi kèn loa về thành tích của mình. (Don't boast loudly about your achievements.)