là lượt
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Definition
- 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.)
- Silks and satins, finery
- ăn mặc là lượtTo be dressed in silks and satins, to put on one's best finery