tếch

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The Vietnamese word "tếch" is a noun that refers to a specific anatomical feature found in some animals, particularly birds. It is often translated into English as "wattle" or "caruncle."

Definition:

• Tếch (noun): A fleshy, often colorful growth or appendage that hangs from the throat or beak of birds, especially in species like chickens or turkeys. It can also refer to similar features in other animals.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "tếch" when talking about the physical features of certain animals. It’s common in discussions about poultry or birds in general, especially when describing their appearance.

Example:

• "Con gà có một cái tếch đỏ rất nổi bật."
  • Translation: "The chicken has a very prominent red wattle."

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced discussions, "tếch" can be used metaphorically to describe something that stands out or is unusual about someone or something, similar to how the wattle is a distinctive feature of certain birds.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "tếch," but it may appear in different contexts or phrases. In scientific contexts, you might encounter related terms that refer to specific types of wattles in different species.

Different Meanings:

• While "tếch" primarily refers to the anatomical feature, in casual conversation, it might also be used to describe something that is odd or peculiar in appearance, drawing a parallel to how a wattle may look unusual compared to the rest of the bird.

Synonyms:

• Cục thịt thừa: This phrase means "extra flesh" and can also refer to similar fleshy growths but is more descriptive and less technical.
• Mào: This can mean "comb" in birds, which is another fleshy feature but located on the top of the head.

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noun

1. wattle, caruncle