dư địa chí

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The Vietnamese word "dư địa chí" translates to "geography book" in English, but it refers specifically to an old or historical geography book. It is made up of three parts: "dư" (remaining), "địa" (land or earth), and "chí" (record or account). Together, they suggest a record or account of the land that has been preserved over time.

Usage Instructions:

• Basic Usage: You can use "dư địa chí" when discussing historical geography, ancient texts, or when referring to old geographical records.
• Context: It is often used in academic or literary contexts when talking about the study of geography in the past.

Example:

• "Cuốn dư địa chí này chứa đựng nhiều thông tin về địa lý Việt Nam cổ đại." (This geography book contains a lot of information about ancient Vietnam's geography.)

Advanced Usage:

• In scholarly discussions, "dư địa chí" can refer to specific works that study the geography of a region based on historical texts. It may also be used to analyze changes in geography over time.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "dư địa chí," but related terms include:
  • "địa chí" (geography; record of the land)
  • "địa lý" (geography)

Different Meanings:

While "dư địa chí" primarily refers to historical geography books, it can sometimes be used metaphorically to indicate any account or record that describes the characteristics of a place.

Academic

1. (cũ) Geography book