đá kì
Definition
- Noun:
- Pumice stone: A light, porous volcanic rock used, especially when in a small piece, for rubbing against the skin to clean or smooth it, often during bathing.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cô ấy dùng một viên đá kì để tẩy da chết. (She uses a pumice stone to exfoliate dead skin.)
- Đá kì thường được tìm thấy trong phòng tắm. (Pumice stones are often found in bathrooms.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is specific and refers primarily to the personal care object. It is not typically used in broader geological contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Đá bọt (n): pumice (the general geological material).
- Đá bọt rất nhẹ và có nhiều lỗ. (Pumice is very light and has many holes.)
Synonyms
- Pumice stone
- Lava stone (in the context of skin care)
- Exfoliating stone
Notes on Usage
- "Đá kì" is a compound noun. The core meaning is fixed and refers specifically to the grooming tool.
- It is considered a standard term, though "đá bọt" may also be used colloquially for the same object.