Definition

1. Noun:
   • Brassiere, bra: A piece of women's underwear worn to support the breasts. This is a regional (dialectal) term in Vietnamese.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Cô ấy mua một chiếc nịt vú mới. (She bought a new brassiere.)
  • Nịt vú này rất thoải mái. (This bra is very comfortable.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is considered informal and dialectal. In standard, formal Vietnamese, the more common terms are "áo ngực" or "xu chiêng".

Variants and Related Words

• Áo ngực (n): The standard, more formal term for brassiere/bra.
• Xu chiêng (n): Another common, slightly more casual term for bra.

Synonyms

• Bra: The common English abbreviation.
• Soutien-gorge: The French term, as referenced in historical dictionaries.

Notes on Usage

• The word "nịt vú" is specific to certain dialects or regions in Vietnam. It is recommended for learners to use the more universally understood terms "áo ngực" or "bra" in most contexts.

1. (địa phương) Brassiere