莺 (yīng) - Oriole — a type of songbird known for & often used poetically to represent spring, beauty, and

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Oriole — a type of songbird known for its melodious singing;

often used poetically to represent spring, beauty, and pleasant sounds.

Oriole — a type of songbird known foroften used poetically to represent spring, beauty, and

Usage highlights

Oriole's songOriole and swallowOriole's tongueGolden orioleOriole's cryOriole in willow

Synonyms

  • 黄莺— Yellow oriole (specific type)
  • 金莺— Golden oriole

Antonyms

  • 鸦— Crow (represents harsh sounds vs. oriole's melodious song)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The oriole sings beautifully in spring (莺啼).
  • Orioles fly among willow branches (莺飞柳浪).
  • Her voice is as sweet as an oriole's song (莺声).
  • The spring scene is filled with orioles and swallows (莺歌燕舞).

Collocations

  • Oriole's song(莺啼)
  • Oriole and swallow(莺燕)
  • Oriole's tongue(莺舌)
  • Golden oriole(黄莺)
  • Oriole's cry(莺鸣)
  • Oriole in willow(莺柳)

Idioms

  • Orioles sing and swallows dance — a scene of prosperity and joy(莺歌燕舞)
  • Orioles cry and flowers bloom — beautiful spring scenery(莺啼花开)
  • Orioles in willows and flowers — charming spring scene(莺花柳浪)
  • Oriole's cry and swallow's speech — pleasant sounds(莺啼燕语)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese poetry, the oriole symbolizes spring, beauty, and melodious sounds.
  • Often paired with willows and flowers in classical descriptions of spring scenery.
  • Represents feminine beauty and elegant qualities in literary works.
  • Considered an auspicious bird in traditional Chinese culture.

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