黑龙神话
hēilóng shénhuà
Black dragon mythology · trad. 黑龍神話
黑龙神话 (hēilóng shénhuà) refers to the rich body of myths, legends, and folklore surrounding black dragons in Chinese culture. These stories often depict black dragons as powerful deities associated with water, rain, and sometimes even natural disasters.
What does 黑龙神话 (hēilóng shénhuà) mean?
黑龙神话 (hēilóng shénhuà) means “black dragon mythology” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “black dragon god-story/myth.”
When to use it
This is a descriptive term used in cultural, historical, or academic contexts. It's neutral in formality. Related terms like 黑龙传说 (hēilóng chuánshuō, "black dragon legends") or 龙的传说 (lóng de chuánshuō, "dragon legends") can be used depending on the specific focus.
How to pronounce it
Sounds like "HEY-long SHEN-hwa." 黑 (hēi) is a flat, high tone like "HEY." 龙 (lóng) is a rising tone, like "LONG" in "long time." 神 (shén) is also a rising tone, like "SHEN" in "shenanigans." 话 (huà) is a falling tone, like "HWA" in "wah-wah."
Other ways to say it
- 黑龙传说hēilóng chuánshuōblack dragon legends
- 龙的传说lóng de chuánshuōdragon legends (more general)
- 中国龙文化Zhōngguó lóng wénhuàChinese dragon culture
Examples
黑龙神话是中国文化的重要组成部分。
hēilóng shénhuà shì Zhōngguó wénhuà de zhòngyào zǔchéng bùfen.
Black dragon mythology is an important part of Chinese culture.
这部电影讲述了一个关于黑龙神话的故事。
zhè bù diànyǐng jiǎngshù le yī gè guānyú hēilóng shénhuà de gùshi.
This movie tells a story about black dragon mythology.
在很多地方，黑龙神话与祈雨仪式有关。
zài hěnduō dìfang, hēilóng shénhuà yǔ qíyǔ yíshì yǒuguān.
In many places, black dragon mythology is related to rain-praying rituals.
Pro tip: In Chinese culture, dragons, including black dragons, are generally benevolent symbols of power, good fortune, and control over water, unlike the often malevolent dragons in Western mythology.
Related phrases
龙的传说 · Dragon mythology龙王神话 · Dragon king mythology水龙神话 · Water dragon mythology
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