Definition

1. Noun:
   • A monk's hat: A traditional conical hat specifically worn by Buddhist monks in Vietnam. It is a symbol of their religious vocation and is part of their ceremonial attire.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Nhà sư đội chiếc nón tu lờ màu nâu. (The monk wears a brown nón tu lờ.)
  • Nón tu lờ là một phần trang phục truyền thống của các sư thầy. (The nón tu lờ is part of the traditional attire of monks.)

Advanced Usage

• The is distinct from the common (leaf hat) due to its specific association with the Buddhist monastic community and its use in religious contexts.

Variants and Related Words

• Nón lá (n): The general term for the Vietnamese conical hat, typically made from palm leaves and worn by many people, especially in the countryside.
• Mũ tu (n): Another term for a monk's hat or cap, which may refer to different styles of headwear for monks.

Synonyms

• Monk's conical hat
• Buddhist monk's hat

Cultural Note

• The is more than just protection from the sun; it is a recognizable item of religious dress that signifies the wearer's devotion and separation from worldly life. It is commonly seen in pagodas and during Buddhist ceremonies.