鹰 (yīng) - Eagle — a large bird of prey with & symbolizes power, courage, and sharp vision.

鹰Tone 1

yīng ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

樱咏

鹰 · yīng

Eagle — a large bird of prey with keen eyesight, powerful talons, and strong flying ability;

symbolizes power, courage, and sharp vision.

Eagle — a large bird of prey withsymbolizes power, courage, and sharp vision.

Usage highlights

Golden eagleEagle eyeEagle clawEagle nestSoaring eagleEagle emblem

Synonyms

  • 雕— eagle, vulture (similar large bird of prey)
  • 鹫— condor, vulture (large raptor)

Antonyms

  • 雀— sparrow (small, timid bird)
  • 鸽— dove (peaceful bird)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The eagle soared high in the sky (鹰在天空翱翔).
  • He has an eagle eye for detail (他有鹰一般的锐利目光).
  • The national emblem features a golden eagle (国徽上有一只金鹰).
  • Eagles build their nests on high cliffs (鹰在高崖上筑巢).

Collocations

  • Golden eagle(金鹰)
  • Eagle eye(鹰眼)
  • Eagle claw(鹰爪)
  • Eagle nest(鹰巢)
  • Soaring eagle(雄鹰)
  • Eagle emblem(鹰徽)

Idioms

  • Eagle strikes the sky, fierce and swift(鹰击长空)
  • Eyes like a hawk, watching intently(鹰视狼顾)
  • Eagle dog hunting, coordinated pursuit(鹰犬之才)
  • Young eagle testing its wings(雏鹰展翅)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the eagle symbolizes power, authority, and far-sightedness, often associated with military might and leadership.
  • The eagle appears in heraldry and military insignia, representing strength and dominance.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine and martial arts, 'eagle claw' techniques are named for their precision and power.

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