nược
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of fish: "nược" refers to a specific kind of fish, often identified as the "cá nược" or Irrawaddy dolphin (Orcaella brevirostris), a species of oceanic dolphin found in coastal and riverine waters in Southeast Asia.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Người dân ở đây rất quý con nược. (The people here cherish the nược.)
- Nược thường sống ở vùng cửa sông. (The nược often lives in river estuary areas.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "nược" is almost exclusively used in the compound form "cá nược". Using "nược" alone is rare and typically understood only within the context of this specific compound term.
Variants and Related Words
- Cá nược (n): The full and standard term for the Irrawaddy dolphin.
- Cá nược là một loài có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng. (The Irrawaddy dolphin is an endangered species.)
Synonyms
- Irrawaddy dolphin: The common English name for the species.
- Orcaella brevirostris: The scientific name.
Notes on Usage
- Important: In modern Vietnamese, "nược" is not used as a standalone word with a general meaning. Its meaning is entirely tied to the specific animal in the compound "cá nược". Learners should learn and use the term "cá nược".