dragon in Chinese
dragon in Chinese is 龙, 龍 — dragon means a mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
dragon in Chinese
龙
Pronounced: lóng
In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
龍
Pronounced: lóng
In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
龍
Pronounced: lóng
(pejorative) A fierce and unpleasant woman; a harridan.
龙
Pronounced: lóng
(pejorative) A fierce and unpleasant woman; a harridan.
What does "dragon" mean?
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noun A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
"The knight set out to slay the dragon."
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noun In East Asian mythology, a long, serpentine, generally benevolent creature associated with power and good fortune.
"The dragon dance is a highlight of the Lunar New Year parade."
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noun (Informal) A fierce, intimidating woman.
"His boss was an absolute dragon in meetings."
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dragon in a sentence
- The knight set out to slay the dragon.
- In the old story, a dragon slept on a mountain of gold coins.
- The dragon dance is a highlight of the Lunar New Year parade.
- In Chinese folklore, a dragon is often seen as a kind guardian that brings luck.
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What is "dragon" in Chinese?
"dragon" in Chinese is 龙, 龍. dragon means: A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
How do you pronounce 龙?
"dragon" in Chinese is 龙, pronounced "lóng".
How do you use "dragon" in a sentence?
Example: "The knight set out to slay the dragon." In Chinese, "dragon" is 龙, 龍.
Are there other ways to say "dragon" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "dragon": 龙, 龍.
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