áo nẹp
Definition
- Noun:
- A traditional Vietnamese tunic with a reinforced collar and placket: A type of historical garment, typically for men, characterized by a standing collar (cổ đứng) and a front opening reinforced with fabric strips (nẹp) for structure and fastening, often closed with cloth buttons (khuy) or toggles.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Trong bảo tàng có trưng bày một chiếc áo nẹp từ thế kỷ 19. (The museum displays an áo nẹp from the 19th century.)
- Áo nẹp thường được may từ vải lanh hoặc lụa. (The áo nẹp was usually made from linen or silk.)
Advanced Usage
- The is considered a precursor or a simpler, everyday form of more elaborate traditional jackets like the or . It is often associated with scholars, mandarins, or the gentry in historical contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Áo the (n): A formal traditional Vietnamese tunic, often made of glossy black silk, worn over an under-tunic.
- Áo gấm (n): A brocade tunic, a luxurious and ornate formal garment.
- Áo dài (n): The modern Vietnamese national costume, a long, flowing tunic with panels.
Synonyms
- Traditional tunic: A general term for a garment of this style.
- Historical jacket: Describes its antique nature.
Notes on Usage
- The term is now largely archaic and is primarily used in historical, cultural, or academic discussions about traditional Vietnamese clothing. It is not used for modern garments. The reference "như áo nậu" suggests it is synonymous with , another historical term for a similar type of collar-reinforced tunic.