HSK · Level 112
45 words
Chinese word
凤凰
Pronunciation
Pinyinfèng huáng
Meaning
- nounphoenix
Example
电视里出现了传说中的凤凰。diàn shì lǐ chū xiàn le chuán shuō zhōng de fèng huáng
The legendary phoenix appeared on TV.
More examples
在一些民族文化中，凤凰被崇为图腾。zài yì xiē mín zú wén huà zhōng fèng huáng bèi chóng wèi tú téng
In some ethnic cultures, the phoenix is revered as a totem.
Core concept
A majestic mythical bird associated with blessing, honor, and high status.
Common phrases
龙与凤凰lóng yǔ fèng huáng
dragon and phoenix
凤凰图腾fèng huáng tú téng
phoenix totem
Similar words
龙lóng: A legendary animal that represents strength, power, and authority in Chinese culture.
鹤hè: A large real bird seen as a symbol of longevity and graceful beauty.
Definition in Chinese
传说中的神鸟，象征吉祥与高贵；古代文献中凤常指雄鸟，凰常指雌鸟，合称为一种神话性鸟类。chuán shuō zhōng de shén niǎo xiàng zhēng jí xiáng yǔ gāo guì gǔ dài wén xiàn zhōng fèng cháng zhǐ xióng niǎo huáng cháng zhǐ cí niǎo hé chēng wéi yì zhǒng shén huà xìng niǎo lèi
Word origin
凤凰 (fènghuáng, "phoenix") combines 凤 (fèng, "male phoenix") and 凰 (huáng, "female phoenix"), reflecting an ancient pairing that names one mythical bird.
Usage tips
- In everyday Chinese, this word is more often found in names, decorative designs, buildings, and celebrations than in talk about a real bird.