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Fox in Chinese

Fox in Chinese is 狐狸, 狐 — Fox means a small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.

Fox in Chinese

狐狸
proper noun
Pronounced: hú li
A surname transferred from the common noun derived from the name of the animal.
狐狸
noun
Pronounced: hú li
(in particular) The red fox, a small carnivore (Vulpes vulpes) with red or silver fur.
noun
Pronounced:
(in particular) The red fox, a small carnivore (Vulpes vulpes) with red or silver fur.
狐狸
noun
Pronounced: hú li
(obsolete) A sword; so called from the stamp of a fox on the blade, or perhaps of a wolf taken for a fox.

What does "Fox" mean?

  1. noun A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.
    "A fox slipped through the hedge at dusk."
  2. noun A cunning or crafty person.
    "That old fox always finds a loophole."
  3. adj Informal: a very attractive person (usually described as "foxy").
    "Everyone agreed she was quite the fox."
  4. verb To trick or outwit someone through cunning.
    "The magician's trick foxed the entire audience."

Fox in a sentence

  • A fox slipped through the hedge at dusk.
  • That old fox always finds a loophole.
  • Everyone agreed she was quite the fox.
  • The magician's trick foxed the entire audience.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Fox" in Chinese?

"Fox" in Chinese is 狐狸, 狐. Fox means: A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.

How do you pronounce 狐狸?

"Fox" in Chinese is 狐狸, pronounced "hú li".

How do you use "Fox" in a sentence?

Example: "A fox slipped through the hedge at dusk." In Chinese, "Fox" is 狐狸, 狐.

Are there other ways to say "Fox" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "Fox": 狐狸, 狐.

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