rùa

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The Vietnamese word "rùa" is a noun that means "tortoise" or "turtle" in English. It refers to a reptile that has a hard shell to protect its body. Tortoises are usually land-dwelling, while turtles can live in water.

Usage Instructions:

• "Rùa" can be used to refer to both tortoises and turtles in general, but if you want to specify, you can use "rùa cạn" for tortoise (land-dwelling) and "rùa nước" for turtle (water-dwelling).

Examples:

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Con rùa đang đi chậm."
   • Translation: "The tortoise is walking slowly."

2. Advanced Usage:

   • "Rùa là biểu tượng của sự kiên nhẫn trong văn hóa Việt Nam."
   • Translation: "The tortoise is a symbol of patience in Vietnamese culture."

Word Variants:

• Rùa cạn: Tortoise (land-dwelling)
• Rùa nước: Turtle (water-dwelling)
• Mai rùa: Tortoise shell (referring specifically to the shell of a tortoise)

Different Meanings:

• "Rùa" can figuratively refer to someone who is slow or cautious in their actions, similar to how a tortoise moves slowly.

Synonyms:

• "Rùa" is fairly specific, but you might encounter informal or regional terms for turtles or tortoises that can vary. However, "rùa" is the standard term used in Vietnamese.

Cultural Note:

In Vietnamese culture, the tortoise is a symbol of longevity and wisdom. You might see references to tortoises in folklore, art, and literature, emphasizing their slow and steady nature.

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noun

1. tortoise, turtle
   • mai rùa
     tortoise-shell