鴎 (ōu) - Seagull — a type of seabird, often associated

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Seagull — a type of seabird, often associated with coastal environments and freedom.

Seagull — a type of seabird, often associated

Usage highlights

SeagullSeagull islandSeagull featherSeagull cryWhite seagullGull

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • A seagull flew over the ocean (海鸥飞过海洋).
  • We saw a flock of seagulls at the beach (我们在海滩看到一群海鸥).
  • The seagull's cry is distinctive (海鸥的叫声很独特).
  • Seagulls often follow fishing boats (海鸥常常跟随渔船).

Collocations

  • Seagull(海鸥)
  • Seagull island(鸥岛)
  • Seagull feather(鸥羽)
  • Seagull cry(鸥鸣)
  • White seagull(白鸥)
  • Gull-wing(鸥翼)

Idioms

  • Seagulls forget suspicion(鸥鹭忘机)
  • Seagulls and egrets are allies(鸥鹭同盟)
  • Seagulls follow the boat(鸥随舟)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, seagulls symbolize freedom, leisure, and a carefree spirit.
  • Often appears in classical poetry as an image of reclusion and detachment from worldly affairs.
  • Associated with coastal life and maritime culture in Chinese literature.

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