tiễn thu

Hoa tiễn thu nở rộ trong vườn vào mùa hè.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Lychnis: A term for a genus of flowering plants in the carnation family (Caryophyllaceae), commonly known as campion or catchfly. The word "tiễn thu" is a specific, traditional Vietnamese botanical name for plants within this genus.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Trong vườn có một khóm tiễn thu nở hoa màu đỏ rực. (In the garden, there is a cluster of lychnis blooming with bright red flowers.)
  • Tiễn thu là một loại cây cảnh được ưa chuộng. (Lychnis is a type of ornamental plant that is popular.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily used in formal botanical contexts, classical literature, or specialized gardening discussions. It is not a common word in everyday modern Vietnamese.

Variants and Related Words

• Cây tiễn thu: The plant lychnis.
  • Cây tiễn thu này có nguồn gốc từ châu Âu. (This lychnis plant originates from Europe.)

Synonyms

• Lychnis: The direct scientific and English common name.
• Campion: A common English name for many plants in the and genera.
• Catchfly: Another common name for some species, referring to their sticky stems.

Notes on Usage

• "Tiễn thu" is an archaic and highly specialized term. In modern conversation, the plant is more likely to be referred to by its Vietnamese common name (if one exists) or simply by its scientific name .