Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Made of or resembling fine, smooth, and lustrous fabrics such as silk or satin: Describes the quality of being smooth, glossy, and elegant, typically referring to textiles or clothing.
   • Elegant, luxurious, or splendid in appearance: Describes something, especially attire, that is beautifully and richly adorned, giving an impression of high quality and sophistication.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Cô ấy mặc một chiếc váy là lượt đến dự tiệc. (She wore a silky/splendid dress to the party.)
  • Chất liệu là lượt của bộ quần áo khiến nó trông rất sang trọng. (The smooth, lustrous fabric of the outfit made it look very luxurious.)
  • Trong tủ quần áo của bà có toàn những thứ là lượt. (Her wardrobe is full of fine, elegant garments.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "là lượt" is often used in a somewhat formal or literary context to evoke a sense of refined beauty and luxury. It is less common in everyday casual speech.
• It can be used metaphorically to describe something that is exceptionally smooth, polished, or fine in quality, though this usage is less frequent.
  • Văn phong của tác giả ấy là lượt và mượt mà. (That author's writing style is polished and smooth.)

Variants and Related Words

• Lụa là (n): Silks and satins; fine fabrics. This is a common compound noun.
  • Cửa hàng bán đủ loại lụa là. (The shop sells all kinds of silks and satins.)
• Lượt là: A reversed, less common variant with the same meaning as "là lượt".
• Láng (adj): Glossy, shiny. (Describes a surface, not specifically fabric.)
• Mượt (adj): Smooth, sleek. (Can describe hair, fabric, or texture.)

Synonyms

• Lộng lẫy: Gorgeous, resplendent. (Emphasizes dazzling beauty.)
• Sang trọng: Classy, luxurious. (Emphasizes high social status/expense.)
• Bóng bẩy: Glossy, polished. (Can describe appearance or language.)

Related Phrases and Idioms

• Ăn mặc là lượt: To be dressed in silks and satins; to be dressed in one's finest clothes.
  • Cô dâu ăn mặc là lượt trong ngày cưới. (The bride was dressed in splendid finery on her wedding day.)
• Giọng nói là lượt: A smooth, polished, or elegant way of speaking. (Figurative use)
  • Diễn giả có một giọng nói là lượt thu hút người nghe. (The speaker has a smooth, polished voice that attracts listeners.)

1. Silks and satins, finery
   • ăn mặc là lượt
     To be dressed in silks and satins, to put on one's best finery