English–Chinese

“koala” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinkǎo lā

Example

动物园里有一只考拉。dòng wù yuán lǐ yǒu yì zhī kǎo lā

There is a koala at the zoo.

Illustration for 考拉 (koala)

How to say “koala” in Chinese

“Koala” in Chinese is 考拉 (kǎo lā).

An Australian tree-dwelling marsupial whose life centers on eucalyptus leaves.

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

Example sentences with 考拉

我最喜欢考拉。wǒ zuì xǐ huān kǎo lā

I like koalas best.

Tips for using 考拉

  • English speakers sometimes say "koala bear," but a koala is a marsupial, not a bear, making "koala" the more accurate English name.

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