Definition
凤凰 (Fènghuáng) is a mythical bird in Chinese mythology, often called the 'Chinese phoenix,' but distinct from the Western phoenix; it symbolizes virtue, grace, and good fortune. It is also the name of a historic town and county in Hunan province.
noun
mythical bird (fenghuang/Chinese phoenix)symbol of good fortune and nobility(proper noun) Fenghuang (county/ancient town in Hunan)
Examples
- 凤凰。Fèng huáng shì yì zhǒng xiàngzhēng jíxiáng de shén niǎo.The fenghuang is a mythical bird that symbolizes good fortune.
- 凤凰。Húnán de Fèng huáng gǔchéng shì wǒ zuì xiǎng qù de dìfang.Fenghuang Ancient Town in Hunan is the place I most want to visit.
- 凤凰。Lóng hé Fèng huáng zài Zhōngguó wénhuà zhōng dàibiǎo gāoguì.The dragon and the fenghuang represent nobility in Chinese culture.
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