English–Chinese
“sheep” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinyáng
Example
农场里有很多羊。nóng chǎng lǐ yǒu hěn duō yáng
There are many sheep on the farm.
How to say “sheep” in Chinese
“Sheep” in Chinese is 羊 (yáng).
A horned grazing animal kept in groups for its soft coat and food.
Example sentences with 羊
市场上有新鲜的羊肉。shì chǎng shàng yǒu xīn xiān de yáng ròu
There is fresh mutton at the market.
Tips for using 羊
- On menus, 羊肉 (yángròu, "sheep meat") names the meat, so the surrounding food context distinguishes it from a reference to a live animal.