蟂 (xiāo) - A legendary creature in Chinese mythology, described as
蟂 · xiāo
A legendary creature in Chinese mythology, described as a type of water monster or mythical beast resembling a large turtle or amphibian.
A legendary creature in Chinese mythology, described as
Usage highlights
mythical 蟂water 蟂ancient 蟂legendary creatureriver monster
Usage & contexts
Examples
- Ancient texts mention the 蟂 as a mythical water creature (神话中的水怪).
- The creature appears in classical Chinese literature (古典文学).
- Some legends describe it as inhabiting deep rivers (深河).
Collocations
- mythical 蟂(神蟂)
- water 蟂(水蟂)
- ancient 蟂(古蟂)
- legendary creature(传说中的生物)
- river monster(河怪)
Cultural background
FAQ- Appears in classical Chinese texts and mythology as a rare mythical creature.
- Often associated with water and described with turtle-like or amphibious characteristics.
- Considered an obscure character rarely used in modern contexts.