Definition

1. Noun:
   • Buddha's hand, finger citron: A type of citrus fruit (Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis) whose fruit is segmented into finger-like sections, resembling a hand in a gesture of blessing. It is primarily valued for its aromatic zest and rind, and is often used as an offering or for decoration.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Trên bàn thờ có đặt một quả phật thủ. (There is a Buddha's hand fruit placed on the altar.)
  • Mùi thơm của vỏ phật thủ rất dễ chịu. (The fragrance of the finger citron's peel is very pleasant.)
  • Ở Việt Nam, phật thủ thường được chưng trong dịp Tết. (In Vietnam, Buddha's hand is often displayed during the Lunar New Year.)

Advanced Usage

• Symbolic Use: In Vietnamese and East Asian cultures, the is a common spiritual offering and a symbol of happiness, longevity, and good fortune, especially during holidays.
  • Quả phật thủ trên bàn thờ tượng trưng cho sự may mắn. (The Buddha's hand fruit on the altar symbolizes good luck.)

Variants and Related Words

• Cây phật thủ: The Buddha's hand tree.
  • Cây phật thủ trong vườn đang ra quả. (The Buddha's hand tree in the garden is bearing fruit.)

Synonyms

• Quả chanh tay Phật: Literally "Buddha's hand lemon" (a less common descriptive term).
• Citron main de Bouddha: The French term.

Related Phrases

• Chưng phật thủ: To display a Buddha's hand fruit (typically for decoration or worship).
  • Gia đình tôi thường chưng phật thủ và quất cảnh vào dịp Tết. (My family usually displays Buddha's hand and kumquat plants during Tet.)

Related Idioms

(This word is primarily a specific noun and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions beyond its cultural and symbolic context.)

1. Buddha's hand, finger citron