xi-líp
Definition
- Noun:
- Underwear / Underpants: A general term for close-fitting, lightweight undergarments worn beneath outer clothing, typically covering the waist to the upper thighs. It is a common, everyday word.
- Panties / Briefs: Specifically refers to the style of underwear, either for men or women, that is not boxer shorts. The specific English equivalent (panties for women, briefs for men) depends on context.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cô ấy mua ba chiếc xi-líp mới. (She bought three new pairs of panties.)
- Xi-líp của anh ấy màu trắng. (His briefs are white.)
- Tôi cần thay xi-líp. (I need to change my underwear.)
Advanced Usage
- "xi-líp tắm": swim briefs / swimsuit.
- Anh ấy mặc xi-líp tắm khi đi biển. (He wears swim briefs when going to the beach.)
Variants and Related Words
- Quần lót (n): A more formal or general synonym for underwear/underpants.
- Quần lót thường làm từ cotton. (Underwear is often made from cotton.)
Synonyms
- Underwear: General term for undergarments.
- Panties: Specifically for women's underwear.
- Briefs: Specifically for men's close-fitting underwear.
Related Idioms
This word is primarily a concrete noun and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.