vét-tông
Definition
- Noun:
- A veston; a suit jacket; a blazer: A man's tailored jacket, typically part of a suit (worn with matching trousers) or worn separately as a blazer. It is characterized by a front opening, lapels, and buttons.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Anh ấy mặc một chiếc vét-tông màu xám rất đẹp. (He is wearing a very nice gray suit jacket.)
- Trong buổi phỏng vấn, bạn nên mặc vét-tông và quần âu. (For the interview, you should wear a blazer and dress pants.)
- Chiếc vét-tông này có hai khuy cài. (This jacket has two buttons.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "vét-tông" is a loanword from French . It is commonly used in modern Vietnamese to refer to formal or semi-formal jackets for men. It is often shortened colloquially to "vét".
- Tôi chỉ cần mặc một chiếc vét thôi, không cần cả bộ com-lê. (I just need to wear a jacket, not a full suit.)
Variants and Related Words
- Com-lê (n): A full suit (jacket and trousers).
- Anh ấy mua một bộ com-lê mới cho đám cưới. (He bought a new suit for the wedding.)
- Áo blazer (n): Blazer (often used interchangeably with when the jacket is worn separately).
- Cô ấy mặc một chiếc áo blazer màu navy với quần jeans. (She wore a navy blazer with jeans.)
Synonyms
- Jacket: A general term for a short coat.
- Blazer: A solid-colored jacket, often with metal buttons.
- Suit coat / suit jacket: Specifically the jacket of a suit.
Notes on Usage
- "Vét-tông" specifically refers to a structured, formal jacket. It is not used for casual jackets like denim jackets, windbreakers, or leather motorcycle jackets.
- The spelling "vét tông" (with a space) is also commonly accepted.