vượn thờ
Definition
- Noun:
- Entellus / Hanuman langur: A specific type of Old World monkey, scientifically classified in the genus Semnopithecus, known for its long tail and grayish fur. It is often associated with sacred status in South Asian cultures.
- Sacred langur: Refers to the same primate, emphasizing its revered role in Hindu mythology, where it is linked to the deity Hanuman.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Vượn thờ thường được thấy trong các khu rừng nhiệt đới. (The entellus is often seen in tropical forests.)
- Trong thần thoại Ấn Độ, vượn thờ tượng trưng cho lòng trung thành. (In Indian mythology, the sacred langur symbolizes loyalty.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in zoological or cultural contexts to refer to this specific primate species. It is not a common colloquial term in everyday Vietnamese.
Variants and Related Words
- Vượn (n): A general term for ape or gibbon. Note: "Vượn thờ" is a specific compound, not a general type of "vượn."
- Khỉ (n): A general term for monkey.
Synonyms
- Entellus
- Hanuman langur
- Gray langur
- Sacred monkey
Notes on Usage
- "Vượn thờ" is a direct translation of the French term "entelle," referring to the Hanuman langur. It is a specialized zoological term.
- In Vietnamese, the word "thờ" (to worship) in the compound indicates the sacred status of this animal in its native cultural context, not in Vietnamese culture itself. The term is used descriptively.