nón cụ
Definition
- Noun:
- A traditional conical hat for brides: A specific type of large, flat-brimmed conical hat ("nón thúng") with a silk tassel ("quai thao"), traditionally worn by a bride during a Vietnamese wedding ceremony.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cô dâu đội nón cụ trong lễ vu quy. (The bride wears the traditional conical hat during the wedding ceremony.)
- Chiếc nón cụ là một phần quan trọng của trang phục cưới truyền thống. (The bride's conical hat is an important part of the traditional wedding attire.)
Advanced Usage
- The is a ceremonial item, deeply associated with traditional rituals and the aesthetic of the áo dài in a wedding context. Its use today is often seen in traditional or themed weddings to honor cultural heritage.
Variants and Related Words
- Nón thúng quai thao (n): The full descriptive name for this hat, emphasizing its shape ("thúng" means basket) and its silk tassel strap ("quai thao").
- Nón lá (n): The general term for a Vietnamese conical leaf hat, of which the is a specific ceremonial type.
Synonyms
- Bride's ceremonial hat: A descriptive synonym in English.
- Traditional wedding hat: A contextual synonym.
Cultural Note
- The is a symbol of grace, modesty, and traditional beauty for the bride. It is often paired with a multi-layered áo dài. This hat is distinct from the more common "nón lá" used in daily life.