mũ cánh chuồn
Definition
- Noun:
- A butterfly-wing hat: A type of ceremonial hat or headdress worn by kings and high-ranking mandarins in historical Vietnam, characterized by two wing-like flaps resembling a dragonfly's wings.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trong tranh cổ, nhà vua đội mũ cánh chuồn. (In ancient paintings, the king wears a butterfly-wing hat.)
- Chiếc mũ cánh chuồn là biểu tượng của quyền lực và địa vị. (The butterfly-wing hat is a symbol of power and status.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily historical and is used in contexts discussing Vietnamese imperial history, court rituals, traditional costumes, and classical art.
Variants and Related Words
- Mũ miện / Mũ cửu long: The emperor's crown, often more elaborate than the standard mandarin's .
- Áo mão: A general term for the full ceremonial robes and headgear of the imperial court.
Synonyms
- Mandarin's ceremonial hat
- Imperial headdress (specific to this Vietnamese style)
Related Idioms
- : Literally "brocade robe worn at night," meaning a talent or achievement that goes unseen. This idiom relates to the full ceremonial attire, including the , which was for official, public display.