lợn rừng
Definition
- Noun:
- Wild boar: A wild mammal of the pig family (Sus scrofa), characterized by a robust body, coarse greyish-brown fur, and prominent tusks. It is native to forests in Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Lợn rừng thường kiếm ăn vào ban đêm. (Wild boars often forage for food at night.)
- Chúng tôi nhìn thấy một con lợn rừng trong rừng. (We saw a wild boar in the forest.)
- Lợn rừng có thể trở nên rất nguy hiểm khi bị đe dọa. (Wild boars can become very dangerous when threatened.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "lợn rừng" is used specifically to distinguish the wild animal from the domesticated pig ("lợn nhà" or "heo nhà"). It is a standard zoological term.
Variants and Related Words
- Lợn lòi (n): A regional synonym for "lợn rừng," also meaning wild boar.
- Heo rừng (n): Another common term for wild boar, with "heo" being a synonym for "lợn" in many Southern Vietnamese dialects.
Synonyms
- Wild boar: The direct and most accurate translation.
- Razorback: A term sometimes used for feral pigs or certain wild boar varieties, primarily in American English.
Related Idioms and Expressions
- While there are no common idioms directly using "lợn rừng," the animal is often referenced in folklore and proverbs to symbolize strength, ferocity, or untamed nature.