Hình ảnh biểu trưng của từ “nước” trong tục ngữ, ca dao Việt Nam

Abstract

The image of “water” in Vietnamese proverbs and folk songs is a rich symbol that has appeared in literary works, proverbs, and folk songs, deeply ingrained in the consciousness of every Vietnamese person. It reflects various aspects of life, the soul, and folk philosophy. In Vietnamese culture, water is not only an essential natural element but also carries profound meanings related to emotions, human existence, and the connection with the living environment, becoming an aesthetic subject in both folk creations and scholarly literature.