quốc kỳ

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The Vietnamese word "quốc kỳ" is a noun that means "national flag." It refers specifically to the flag that represents a country and its identity.

Usage Instructions:

• "Quốc kỳ" is used when you are talking about the flag of any nation.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example:

• "Quốc kỳ của Việt Nam có màu đỏ với sao vàng." (The national flag of Vietnam is red with a yellow star.)

Advanced Usage:

• In discussions about national identity, patriotism, or international relations, "quốc kỳ" can be a central topic. For example:
  • "Trong lễ hội, mọi người đều tự hào giương cao quốc kỳ." (At the festival, everyone proudly raised the national flag.)

Word Variants:

• "Quốc" means "nation" or "country."
• "Kỳ" means "flag" or "banner."
• Together, they form the term for the national flag, but you might also encounter related terms like "quốc ca" (national anthem) or "quốc hiệu" (national title).

Different Meanings:

• While "quốc kỳ" specifically refers to the national flag, "kỳ" on its own can refer to a banner or a flag in a more general sense, not necessarily tied to a nation.

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noun

1. national flag; national colours