búi tóc
The English word "bun" translates to búi tóc in Vietnamese.
Meaning: a small bread roll, often sweetened or spiced (noun)
Did you know?
- While búi tóc refers to a hair bun, the Vietnamese word for a noodle bun is bún, which is a completely different word despite the similar sound.
- In Vietnamese culture, the búi tóc was historically a symbol of a woman's transition into adulthood and marriageability.
- The word búi is used for any small, rounded cluster of things, such as a bunch of flowers or a tangle of threads, not just hair.
Examples in context
- Tôi muốn ăn bún riêu, xin cảm ơn.I would like to have bun rieu, thank you.
- Đi ăn bún chả không?Shall we go eat some bun cha?
- Bún thịt nướng ngon lắm!Bun with grilled meat is delicious!
Example conversation
Minh and Mai are talking about Mai's new hairstyle.
- MinhMai, bạn mới làm búi tóc à?Mai, did you just do your hair in a bun?
- MaiĐúng rồi, tôi thích búi tóc này.Yes, I like this hair bun.
- MinhNó hợp với khuôn mặt bạn lắm.It suits your face very much.
- MaiCảm ơn Minh nhé!Thank you, Minh!
