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“dragon” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinlóng

Example

他画了一条龙。tā huà le yì tiáo lóng

He drew a dragon.

Illustration for 龙 (dragon)

How to say “dragon” in Chinese

“Dragon” in Chinese is 龙 (lóng).

A powerful legendary creature whose long, horned form serves as a positive symbol of strength, fortune, and natural power.

Full entry for 龙: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 龙

春节的时候,人们喜欢看舞龙表演。chūn jié de shí hòu rén men xǐ huān kàn wǔ lóng biáo yǎn

During Spring Festival, people enjoy watching dragon dance performances.

Tips for using 龙

  • In Chinese compounds and names, this word can describe a person or thing seen as outstanding, so it often carries praise rather than merely naming a creature.

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