bộng ong

bộng ong is a Vietnamese noun for a beehive or bee nest connected to a hollow tree trunk. It points to a natural or traditional hive form, not the bees themselves, the honey, or a swarm. In this lesson, you’ll learn why the tree-trunk setting matters, how bộng ong differs from a modern thùng ong, and why you may also see the spelling bọng ong with the same meaning. Watch the full lesson to build a clear, natural feel for this rustic beekeeping word.