đá lửa

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The Vietnamese word "đá lửa" refers to "flint" in English. Flint is a type of hard sedimentary rock that is often used to create sparks for starting fires. It has been historically significant for making tools and starting fires due to its ability to produce sharp edges when struck.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đá lửa" is a noun. You can use it in sentences when talking about tools, outdoor activities, or fire-making techniques.

Example:

• Basic Sentence: "Tôi cần một viên đá lửa để nhóm lửa." (I need a piece of flint to start a fire.)

Advanced Usage:

• You might encounter "đá lửa" in discussions about survival skills, camping, or traditional methods of starting fires without matches or lighters.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants for "đá lửa," but it can be used in different contexts or combined with other words:
  • "Đá lửa tự nhiên" (natural flint)
  • "Đá lửa nhân tạo" (man-made flint)

Different Meanings:

• While "đá lửa" primarily refers to flint, in some contexts, it could also refer to any stones or materials used for fire-starting. However, the primary meaning remains focused on the flint stone itself.

Synonyms:

• In English, synonyms for flint include:
  • Silex (another term for flint, often used in geology)
  • Chert (a similar type of rock that can also spark)

Related Terms:

• "Lửa" means "fire," which is related to the use of "đá lửa" for starting fires.

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noun

1. flint; silex