Definition
龙 (lóng) is the Chinese dragon, a mythical creature symbolizing power, strength, and good fortune — very different from Western dragons. In compounds like 龙椅 (dragon throne) or 龙袍 (dragon robe), it means 'imperial,' referring to the emperor. It's a central cultural symbol in festivals, the zodiac, and everyday language.
noun
dragon (Chinese mythical creature, symbol of power and auspiciousness)imperial (in compounds referring to the emperor)
Measure word · 条
Easily confused
- 宠chǒnglook-aliketo pamper; to spoil; to favor (with excessive affection or preferential treatment)
- 聋lóngsound-alikedeaf
Examples
- 龙。lóng shì Zhōngguó wénhuà zhōng zhòngyào de xiàngzhēng.The dragon is an important symbol in Chinese culture.
- 龙，龙。Míngnián shì lóng nián, hěnduō rén xiǎng shēng lóng bǎobao.Next year is the Year of the Dragon, and many people want to have dragon babies.
- 龙。Gùgōng lǐ yǒu yì bǎ lóng yǐ.There is a dragon throne in the Forbidden City.
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