nhãn

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The Vietnamese word "nhãn" has a few meanings and uses, primarily as a noun. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Basic Definition:

1. Label or Trademark: In this context, "nhãn" refers to a label or trademark that identifies a product. For example:
   • Nhãn lọ thuốc ho: This means "the label of a cough potion bottle." It indicates the branding or information provided on the medicine bottle.
   • Nhãn vở: This translates to "a copy-book label," which is the label used on notebooks or exercise books to identify the owner or subject.

Advanced Usage:

1. Nhãn (Longan Fruit): "Nhãn" also refers to a specific type of fruit, known as "longan" in English. Longan is a tropical fruit that is small, round, and has a sweet, juicy flesh inside a thin, brown skin. Here’s more detail about it:
   • Longan trees are commonly found in northern provinces of Vietnam, while they are less prevalent in the south.
   • The most renowned longan comes from the former Hung Yen province, known historically for its quality.
   • Longan is rich in protein and is often used in dishes like chè hạt sen nhãn, a sweet soup made with lotus seeds and longan, which is a refreshing treat in the summer.
   • Dried longan is known as "nhãn khô," and it is favored by many for its unique taste and health benefits.

Variants:

• Nhãn khô: Dried longan, often used in cooking or as a snack.
• Nhãn lồng: A specific variety of longan, known for its superior taste and quality.

Different Meanings:

• As mentioned, "nhãn" can mean both a label/trademark and refer to the longan fruit. The meaning is determined by the context in which it is used.

Synonyms:

• For label: "nhãn hiệu" (brand label) can also be used.
• For longan fruit: There are no direct synonyms in Vietnamese, but other tropical fruits like "vải" (lychee) may be mentioned in similar contexts due to their shared characteristics.

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noun

1. Label, trademark
   • nhãn lọ thuốc ho
     the label of a cough potion bottle
   • nhãn vở
     a copy-book label
   • Long nhãn
     Longan trees are grown in a large number in northern provinces whereas few are planted in the southern part. The most famous longan comes from former Hung Yen province (now the present-day Hai Hung province). In the old days, Hung Yen longan was among the food items reserved as tributes to the kings. The fruit is as small as the tip of the thumb. Inside the thin and lightly brown skin is the transparently white pulp which covers a smaller glossy black seed. The thicker the pulp is, the juicier and the more fragrant the longan is. Longan is a kind of rich protein fruit. It is usually made one of the main ingredients to make lotus seed added Longan sweet soup which is very precious for refreshments in summer. Seedless Longan, when being dried, is called dried Longan. This is a very fine choice for connoisseurs