鱷 (è) - Crocodile — refers to crocodiles and alligators, large

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Crocodile — refers to crocodiles and alligators, large aquatic reptiles with powerful jaws.

Crocodile — refers to crocodiles and alligators, large

Usage highlights

CrocodileCrocodile tearsCrocodile leatherAlligatorCrocodile hunterCrocodile farm

Synonyms

  • 鳄鱼— crocodile (the more common term)
  • 鼍— Chinese alligator

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • We saw a crocodile at the zoo (在动物园看到一条鳄鱼).
  • Crocodile leather is used for luxury goods (鳄鱼皮用于奢侈品).
  • The crocodile tears expression describes fake sadness (鳄鱼的眼泪).
  • The saltwater crocodile is the largest reptile (咸水鳄是最大的爬行动物).

Collocations

  • Crocodile(鳄鱼)
  • Crocodile tears(鳄鱼的眼泪)
  • Crocodile leather(鳄鱼皮)
  • Alligator(短吻鳄)
  • Crocodile hunter(鳄鱼猎人)
  • Crocodile farm(鳄鱼养殖场)

Idioms

  • Crocodile tears(鳄鱼的眼泪)
  • Like a crocodile in water(如鱼得水, though not directly about crocodiles)
  • The crocodile and the crane(鳄鹤相争)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, crocodiles are often associated with danger, ferocity, and deception.
  • The phrase 'crocodile tears' (鳄鱼的眼泪) is widely used to describe insincere displays of emotion.
  • Crocodiles appear in some southern Chinese folklore and mythology, particularly in regions where they are native.

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