蟌 (cōng) - Damselfly — a slender insect similar to a

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Damselfly — a slender insect similar to a dragonfly but typically resting with wings held together above the body.

Damselfly — a slender insect similar to a

Usage highlights

DamselflyBlue damselflyDamselfly larvaDamselfly speciesWing of damselflyPond damselfly

Synonyms

  • 豆娘— Damselfly (common name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • A damselfly (蟌) landed on the reed.
  • Damselflies (蟌) are often found near ponds.
  • The blue damselfly (蓝蟌) is a common species.
  • Damselflies (蟌) have more delicate wings than dragonflies.

Collocations

  • Damselfly(蟌)
  • Blue damselfly(蓝蟌)
  • Damselfly larva(蟌幼虫)
  • Damselfly species(蟌类)
  • Wing of damselfly(蟌翅)
  • Pond damselfly(池蟌)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Damselflies are seen as symbols of summer and purity in some East Asian cultures.
  • In Japanese poetry, damselflies (tonbo) sometimes represent evanescence and the beauty of nature.
  • The character is rare in modern usage, primarily appearing in entomological contexts.

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