The Vietnamese word "đũa" means "chopstick" in English. Chopsticks are a pair of slender sticks used as eating utensils, primarily in Asian cultures, including Vietnam.
In Vietnamese culture, "đũa" are typically made of wood, bamboo, or plastic and are used to pick up food. When using "đũa," hold one stick between your thumb and your index finger, and use the other stick to grip food by pressing it against the first stick.
In more advanced contexts, "đũa" can also refer to a set of chopsticks or can be used metaphorically to describe something that is long and thin, similar to chopsticks.
While "đũa" primarily means "chopstick," it can also be used in idiomatic expressions or in specific contexts to describe the action of using chopsticks or the experience of eating with them.
In Vietnamese, there aren't many direct synonyms for "đũa," but you might hear: - Dụng cụ ăn: This means "eating utensils," which can include chopsticks but also forks and spoons.
In Vietnam, it is common to use "đũa" for almost all types of food, and knowing how to use chopsticks properly is an important skill. In some situations, there are specific rules about how to handle "đũa," like not sticking them upright in a bowl of rice, as it resembles incense used in funerals.