鹒 (gēng) - Oriole — refers to the oriole bird, specifically

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Oriole — refers to the oriole bird, specifically the yellow oriole species found in China, known for its melodious song.

Oriole — refers to the oriole bird, specifically

Usage highlights

Yellow orioleGolden orioleOriole singingOriole birdSpring orioleOriole's melody

Synonyms

  • 黄莺— Yellow oriole (more common term)
  • 金莺— Golden oriole

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The oriole sings beautifully (鹒鹒鸣叫).
  • We spotted a yellow oriole in the garden (黄鹒).
  • Oriole's song heralds spring (鹒鸣报春).
  • The golden oriole is a protected species (金鹒是保护物种).

Collocations

  • Yellow oriole(黄鹒)
  • Golden oriole(金鹒)
  • Oriole singing(鹒鸣)
  • Oriole bird(鹒鸟)
  • Spring oriole(春鹒)
  • Oriole's melody(鹒韵)

Idioms

  • Orioles sing and swallows dance(鹒歌燕舞)
  • The oriole's cry and the swallow's speech(鹒啼燕语)
  • Orioles and flowers(鹒花)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the oriole is associated with spring, renewal, and beautiful melodies.
  • The bird often appears in classical poetry as a symbol of natural beauty and seasonal change.
  • Orioles are considered auspicious birds in traditional Chinese symbolism.

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