tiên tân
Definition
- Adjective:
- Fresh, verdant, and cool: Describes a state of being lush, green, and pleasantly cool, often referring to vegetation, scenery, or the atmosphere of a place. It conveys a sense of refreshing vitality and natural beauty.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Sau cơn mưa, khu vườn trở nên tiên tân. (After the rain, the garden became fresh and verdant.)
- Không khí ở vùng núi này thật tiên tân. (The air in this mountainous region is so fresh and cool.)
Advanced Usage
- This word is primarily literary or poetic in modern Vietnamese and is used to evoke a vivid, idyllic image of nature. It is less common in everyday speech.
Variants and Related Words
Tươi tắn (adj): fresh, bright, and cheerful (often used for a person's appearance or demeanor).
- Cô ấy luôn tươi tắn vào buổi sáng. (She is always bright and cheerful in the morning.)
Xanh tươi (adj): fresh green, lush.
- Cánh đồng xanh tươi. (The field is lush and green.)
Synonyms
- Lush: growing luxuriantly.
- Verdant: green with vegetation.
- Fresh: cool and invigorating.
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