xà tích
Definition
- Noun:
- Silver chain (historical): A traditional piece of jewelry, specifically a decorative silver chain, often worn by women in rural areas of Vietnam. It typically served as a functional accessory for holding keys or small personal items.
- Chatelaine (archaic): An ornamental chain or clasp, often worn at a woman's waist, from which keys, a watch, or other household items were suspended.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Bà ngoại tôi vẫn giữ chiếc xà tích bằng bạc. (My grandmother still keeps the silver xà tích.)
- Chiếc xà tích không chỉ để trang trí mà còn dùng để treo chìa khóa. (The xà tích was not only for decoration but also used to hang keys.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "xà tích" is considered archaic and is primarily used in historical or cultural contexts to describe traditional Vietnamese attire and accessories from past centuries.
Variants and Related Words
- Dây chuyền bạc (n): silver necklace. A more modern and general term for a silver chain worn as jewelry.
- Cô ấy đeo một sợi dây chuyền bạc. (She is wearing a silver necklace.)
Synonyms
- Silver chain: A chain made of silver.
- Chatelaine: A decorative belt hook or clasp for holding keys, historically worn by women.
Related Cultural Notes
- "Xà tích" reflects a specific historical practice and material culture, often associated with the dress of Vietnamese women from certain regions or periods. It signifies both utility and social status through the use of silver.