鹍 (kūn) - Kun — a mythical large bird in Chinese & also refers to a type of crane.

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鹍 · kūn

Kun — a mythical large bird in Chinese mythology, often paired with Peng (鹏) to represent transformation from small to large;

also refers to a type of crane.

Kun — a mythical large bird in Chinesealso refers to a type of crane.

Usage highlights

Kun PengKun fishKun chickenKun transformationKun flightKun ambition

Synonyms

  • 鹏— Peng bird - mythical giant bird
  • 凤— Phoenix - mythical auspicious bird

Antonyms

  • 雀— Sparrow - small, common bird
  • 虫— Insect - tiny creature

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The Kun transforms into a Peng bird (鹍化为鹏).
  • Ancient texts mention the Kun fish (鹍鱼).
  • The Kun is a symbol of grand ambition (鹍鹏之志).
  • Classical poetry references the Kun bird (鹍鸡).

Collocations

  • Kun Peng(鹍鹏)
  • Kun fish(鹍鱼)
  • Kun chicken(鹍鸡)
  • Kun transformation(鹍化)
  • Kun flight(鹍翔)
  • Kun ambition(鹍志)

Idioms

  • The Kun transforms into the Peng(鹍化为鹏)
  • Kun Peng's ambition(鹍鹏之志)
  • Soaring like the Kun(鹍翔凤集)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originates from Zhuangzi's 'Free and Easy Wandering' where the Kun fish transforms into the Peng bird, symbolizing metamorphosis and grand ambition.
  • Represents the ultimate transformation from the mundane to the magnificent in Chinese philosophical thought.
  • Often used in classical literature to describe extraordinary aspirations and capabilities.

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