xuân phong
Definition
- Noun:
- Spring breeze: A literal term for the cool, gentle wind characteristic of the spring season.
- Atmosphere of warm joy: A figurative term describing a cheerful, cordial, and lively atmosphere, often in social or festive contexts.
Usage Examples
- Noun (literal):
- Xuân phong mát mẻ thổi qua cánh đồng. (A cool spring breeze blew across the field.)
- Noun (figurative):
- Bữa tiệc đầy ắp xuân phong và tiếng cười. (The party was filled with warm joy and laughter.)
Advanced Usage
- This is a literary and somewhat archaic term, more commonly found in poetry, classical literature, or formal, expressive speech than in everyday conversation.
Variants and Related Words
- Gió xuân (n): Spring wind. A more common, modern term for a spring breeze.
- Gió xuân mang theo hương thơm của hoa. (The spring wind carries the scent of flowers.)
Synonyms
- Spring zephyr: A light, gentle spring breeze.
- Festive air / Convivial atmosphere: For the figurative meaning; a feeling of warm friendliness and celebration.
Related Idioms
- Xuân phong hòa khí: An idiom describing a harmonious and delightfully pleasant atmosphere.
- Lớp học mới có một bầu không khí xuân phong hòa khí. (The new class has a harmonious and delightfully pleasant atmosphere.)