No. 467 in Vietnamese
nghệ
The Vietnamese word "nghệ" means "turmeric" or refers to "art" depending on the context.
In a sentence
Tôi thích ăn món gà nấu với nghệ.
I like eating chicken cooked with turmeric.
In this sentence, 'nghệ' refers to turmeric, a spice used in cooking.
Anh ấy là một nghệ sĩ nổi tiếng.
He is a famous artist.
Here, 'nghệ' is part of the word 'nghệ sĩ,' which means 'artist,' representing skill or artistry.
Nghệ thuật là một phần quan trọng của cuộc sống.
Art is an important part of life.
In this context, 'nghệ' is part of the word 'nghệ thuật,' meaning 'art,' emphasizing the artistic domain.
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