tất tay
Definition
- Noun:
- Glove: A covering for the hand, typically made of fabric or leather, with separate sections for each finger and the thumb. This is the direct translation of the French loanword "gant."
- Hand covering: A general term for a garment worn on the hand for protection, warmth, or fashion.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trời lạnh, cô ấy đeo đôi tất tay màu đỏ. (It's cold; she is wearing a pair of red gloves.)
- Vận động viên đánh bóng chày cần tất tay. (A baseball player needs a glove.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "tất tay" is a compound noun formed from "tất" (sock) and "tay" (hand), literally meaning "sock for the hand." It is a less common, more descriptive synonym for the more standard word "găng tay."
Variants and Related Words
- Găng tay (n): The more common and standard word for "glove."
- Anh ấy đeo găng tay khi làm vườn. (He wears gloves when gardening.)
Synonyms
- Glove: A covering for the hand.
- Mitten: A type of hand covering where all fingers are together (a related but distinct item).
Notes on Usage
- "Tất tay" is understood but is considered less common in modern everyday Vietnamese than "găng tay." It is primarily used in descriptive or literal contexts, emphasizing the item's function as a hand covering.