đặc hữu

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The Vietnamese word "đặc hữu" is primarily used in the field of biology and translates to "endemic" in English. It refers to species of plants or animals that are native to a particular area and are not found naturally anywhere else in the world.

Explanation:

• Meaning: When we say something is "đặc hữu," we mean that it is unique to a specific geographical region. For example, certain species of birds or plants may only exist in Vietnam and nowhere else.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: Use "đặc hữu" when discussing biodiversity, conservation, or the uniqueness of species in a specific location. It is often used in scientific discussions, environmental studies, or when talking about conservation efforts.

Example:

• "Rùa hộp trán vàng là loài đặc hữu của Việt Nam."
  • Translation: "The yellow-headed box turtle is an endemic species of Vietnam."

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced discussions, you might encounter "đặc hữu" alongside terms like "sự đa dạng sinh học" (biodiversity) or "nguy cơ tuyệt chủng" (risk of extinction). For instance:
  • "Bảo tồn các loài đặc hữu là rất quan trọng để duy trì sự đa dạng sinh học."

Word Variants:

• The phrase "đặc hữu" itself doesn’t have many variants, but you might see it used in different contexts or combined with other words, such as:
  • "Hệ sinh thái đặc hữu" (endemic ecosystem)
  • "Loài đặc hữu" (endemic species)

Different Meanings:

• "Đặc hữu" is primarily used in biological contexts. However, if used metaphorically, it could imply something that is exclusive or unique to a certain situation or group, but this usage is less common.

Synonyms:

• In the context of biology, a synonym for "đặc hữu" would be "bản địa" (native), although "bản địa" can refer to species that are native to a broader area, not necessarily restricted to just one location.

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1. (sinh học) Endemic