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“bird” in Chinese

鸟niǎo
Illustration of "bird" in a Chinese cultural setting
In a sunny park, a colorful bird is perched on a branch, singing happily while other birds fly around in the blue sky. People nearby are watching and enjoying the cheerful scene, surrounded by trees and flowers.

Usage note

The word '鸟' (niǎo) means 'bird' in Mandarin. It's a common noun used to talk about various types of birds and can be seen in many everyday situations, such as watching them in parks or gardens.

Examples

  • 我看到一只鸟。

    I see a bird.

  • 鸟在树上。

    The bird is in the tree.

  • 这只鸟很漂亮。

    This bird is very beautiful.

Quick check

What does "鸟" mean?

  • A. bird
  • B. cat
  • C. house
  • D. rice

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