horsefly in Chinese

horsefly in Chinese is 虻.

horsefly in Chinese

虻

noun

Pronounced: méng

Any of several medium to large flies, of the family Tabanidae, that suck the blood of mammals (not to be confused with Stomoxys calcitrans, the stable fly, or dog fly).

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "horsefly" in Chinese?

"horsefly" in Chinese is 虻.

How do you pronounce 虻?

"horsefly" in Chinese is 虻, pronounced "méng".

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