quạt tay

/kwat˧˥ taj˧˥/
nounBeginner
informal

A small, portable fan operated by hand, typically made of paper or fabric attached to a frame, used to create a cooling breeze.

Quạt tay truyền thống Việt Nam thường có hình dáng đẹp và được trang trí bằng tranh vẽ.

Traditional Vietnamese hand fans often have beautiful designs and are decorated with paintings.

Trong thời gian không có điện, quạt tay là phương tiện làm mát phổ biến nhất.

Before electricity, hand fans were the most common way to cool down.

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Hand fans are often used in traditional ceremonies and cultural events in Vietnam.

Collocations

quạt tay truyền thốngtraditional hand fanquạt tay gậpfoldable hand fanquạt tay trebamboo hand fan

Synonyms

Related Phrases

quạt điệnphrase
electric fan
quạt gióphrase
fan (general term)

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Significance

Hand fans are not just practical tools but also carry cultural and artistic value in Vietnam.

📖Word Origin

The term 'quạt tay' combines 'quạt' (fan) and 'tay' (hand), reflecting its manual operation.

📝Usage Notes

Hand fans are commonly used in hot climates and are also a cultural symbol in many Asian countries.

Word Breakdown

quạt
fan
root
+
tay
hand
root
Từ Điển Việt Anh