I. Pronunciation and definition of Cuo
Cuo, pronounced as "cuc", is a word in Minnan language, which usually means house, residence, etc. Other languages may have this word. For example, in the official language of Taiwan Province Province, "Cuo" also means "home".
Second, the position of "CuO" in Minnan culture
In southern Fujian, Taiwan Province Province and other regions, Minnan dialect was once the main way of communication. In this cultural background, "CuO" not only represents material residence, but also represents the cohesion and identity of a family, a community or a region.
Therefore, many place names in southern Fujian and Taiwan Province Province end with the word "CuO", such as GaoCuO Village in Fengze District of Quanzhou City and WanCuO Li in Taijiang District of Fuzhou City.
Third, the application of "CuO" in architecture
In architecture, "CuO" is also a noun, and its products include the design, construction and repair of traditional buildings. It involves a wide range of contents, including architectural style, structural structure, decorative layout, material selection and so on. In addition, "CuO" has significance beyond the scope of architecture, such as being a cultural heritage, a traditional work of art and so on.
Four. Cultural festivals related to measures
In southern Fujian and Taiwan Province Province, there are several traditional festivals related to Cuo, such as grave sweeping, Cuo Fong Festival and Diwali Festival. Among them, "Vinegar Square Festival" and "Diwali Festival" are both important festivals around the tenth day of the first lunar month, and many of their celebrations are related to family life.
Verb (abbreviation of verb) conclusion
In a word, "CuO" is a very practical and indispensable vocabulary, which represents the material space and cultural identity of folk houses and occupies a prominent position in Minnan culture. This word is not only used in southern Fujian, but also in many areas influenced by southern Fujian culture.
For people who love Minnan culture, understanding CuO's cultural connotation can help them better understand the cultural spirit of Minnan and Taiwan Province Province.