狮子 (shī zi): Translation, Pronunciation and Example Sentences

The Chinese word 狮子 means “lion” in English. It is a common word used to refer to the large, carnivorous feline that is often associated with strength and courage. In Chinese culture, the lion is a symbol of power and good fortune, and is often featured in traditional dances and festivals. The word 狮子 can also be used metaphorically to describe a person who is strong, brave, or fierce.

Translation

Noun: lion

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

ChinesePinyinEngish
狮子是非常勇敢的动物shī zi shì fēi cháng yǒng gǎn de dòng wùLions are very brave animals
狮子是非常有力的掠食者shī zi shì fēi cháng yǒu lì de lüè shí zhěLions are very powerful predators
狮子的咆哮声非常吓人shī zi de páo xiào shēng fēi cháng xià rénThe roar of a lion is very frightening
狮子是非常社会化的动物,它们生活在群体中shī zi shì fēi cháng shè huì huà de dòng wù, tā men shēng huó zài qún tǐ zhōngLions are very social animals and live in groups
狮子的毛皮非常美丽,因此它们经常被用来做衣服shī zi de máo pí fēi cháng měi lì, yīn cǐ tā men jīng cháng bèi yòng lái zuò yī fúLion fur is very beautiful, so they are often used to make clothes
狮子是非常聪明的动物,它们可以学会很多技能shī zi shì fēi cháng cōng míng de dòng wù, tā men kě yǐ xué huì hěn duō jì néngLions are very intelligent animals and can learn many skills

HSK

狮子 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 7-9.

Learning Card

Learning card for Chinese word 狮子 with Pinyin and English Translation