lan quế
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of orchid: "lan quế" refers to a specific genus of orchids, scientifically known as Vanda. These orchids are known for their beautiful, often fragrant flowers and are popular in cultivation.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Giỏ lan quế này nở hoa rất thơm. (This Vanda orchid basket has very fragrant blooms.)
- Anh ấy sưu tầm nhiều loại lan quế khác nhau. (He collects many different types of Vanda orchids.)
Advanced Usage
- "Lan quế" is a specific botanical term. In casual conversation, it might simply be referred to as "lan" (orchid), but "lan quế" specifies the genus.
- Trong vườn lan của ông, loài nổi bật nhất là lan quế. (In his orchid garden, the most prominent species is the Vanda.)
Variants and Related Words
- Lan (n): orchid. This is the general term.
- Cô ấy rất thích trồng lan. (She really likes growing orchids.)
- Vanda (n): The scientific/Latin name for the "lan quế" genus.
- Vanda orchids are native to Southeast Asia. (Hoa lan Vanda có nguồn gốc từ Đông Nam Á.)
Synonyms
- Vanda orchid: The direct English equivalent.
- Orchid (of the Vanda genus): A more descriptive synonym.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically using "lan quế" as it is a specific botanical noun. General idioms about flowers or plants may apply contextually.