nam phong
Definition
- Noun:
- South wind: A wind that originates from the south and blows toward the north. In a Vietnamese context, it often refers specifically to a characteristic warm, humid wind from the southern direction.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trời nóng bức vì đang có gió nam phong. (The weather is sweltering because the south wind is blowing.)
- Nam phong mang theo hơi ẩm từ biển. (The south wind carries moisture from the sea.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "nam phong" can be used in literary or poetic contexts to evoke a specific atmosphere, often associated with warmth, humidity, or the changing of seasons in Vietnam.
Variants and Related Words
- Gió nam (n): A more common and general term for a south wind.
- Gió nam thổi mạnh vào mùa hè. (The south wind blows strongly in summer.)
Synonyms
- South wind: The direct English equivalent.
- Southern breeze: A lighter, gentler south wind.
Related Idioms
- While there is no direct idiom using "nam phong", the concept of wind directions is embedded in Vietnamese weather lore and proverbs about seasonal changes.
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