English–Chinese
“cow” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinniú
Example
乡下有很多牛。xiāng xià yǒu hěn duō niú
There are many cows in the countryside.
How to say “cow” in Chinese
“Cow” in Chinese is 牛 (niú).
A strong horned animal is a compact image of force, endurance, and impressive performance.
Example sentences with 牛
我喜欢吃牛肉。wǒ xǐ huān chī niú ròu
I like to eat beef.
Tips for using 牛
- A sentence about farms or food usually signals the animal sense, while a comment about a person's skill or achievement can signal the casual praise sense.