灯笼

• Pinyin: dēng long
• Desglose de hanzi: 灯 = 火 + 丁 (fire + peg = lamp); 笼 = 竹 + 龙 (bamboo + dragon = cage/basket)

Significado

farol (tradicional); farolillo de papel

A powerful cultural symbol in China, associated with the Lantern Festival, Spring Festival, weddings, and festive gatherings. Red lanterns signify good luck and joy. Lantern riddles (灯谜) are a beloved traditional pastime.

Ejemplos

1. 元宵节那天，街道两旁挂满了色彩鲜艳的灯笼。
2. 她亲手制作了一只红色灯笼，悬挂在门口迎接新年。
3. 灯笼在中国传统文化中象征着团圆与吉祥。

Guía de uso

Contexto: festivals, culture, decoration, tradition

Tono: warm

Correcto

• 节日里挂起红灯笼，寓意驱邪避祟、迎福纳祥。(Hanging red lanterns during festivals symbolises warding off evil and welcoming blessings.)
• 孩子们提着各式灯笼在夜晚游街，热闹非凡。(Children carrying various lanterns parade through the streets at night in a festive atmosphere.)

Incorrecto

• 我买了一个灯笼灯 — redundant; simply use 我买了一个灯笼

Origen e historia

灯 (lamp/light) + 笼 (cage/frame)

Contexto cultural

Época: Han Dynasty origins

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal