鵰 (diāo) - Eagle — a large bird of prey with & often used to symbolize strength, power, and sharp

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diāo ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

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鵰 · diāo

Eagle — a large bird of prey with powerful talons and keen eyesight;

often used to symbolize strength, power, and sharp vision in Chinese culture.

Eagle — a large bird of prey withoften used to symbolize strength, power, and sharp

Usage highlights

Golden eagleEagle's eyeEagle's clawEagle featherEagle spiritSoaring eagle

Synonyms

  • 鹰— eagle, hawk (more common modern term)
  • 雕— eagle, vulture (variant character)

Antonyms

  • 雀— sparrow (small bird, opposite of large eagle)
  • 鸡— chicken (domesticated bird, opposite of wild eagle)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The eagle soared high in the sky (鵰在空中翱翔).
  • He has eyes like an eagle (他有鵰一样的眼睛).
  • Eagle feathers were used in traditional ceremonies (鵰羽用于传统仪式).
  • The painting depicted a majestic eagle (画中描绘了一只雄伟的鵰).

Collocations

  • Golden eagle(金鵰)
  • Eagle's eye(鵰眼)
  • Eagle's claw(鵰爪)
  • Eagle feather(鵰羽)
  • Eagle spirit(鵰魂)
  • Soaring eagle(翱翔的鵰)

Idioms

  • Eagle strikes the sky(鵰击长空)
  • Eagle's sharp eyes(鵰目如电)
  • Eagle spreads its wings(鵰展双翅)
  • Eagle among chickens(鸡群之鵰)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the eagle symbolizes strength, courage, and far-sighted vision.
  • Often used in literary works to represent heroic figures or exceptional individuals.
  • Traditionally associated with military prowess and strategic vision.

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