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    Expressing 'lantern' with 灯笼 (dēnglong)

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    Explanation

    灯笼 (dēnglong) means "lantern," referring to the traditional decorative light commonly seen during Chinese festivals. Red lanterns in particular are a symbol of good fortune and celebration in Chinese culture. They are especially prominent during the Lantern Festival and Spring Festival.

    Examples

    • 街上挂满了红色的灯笼，特别好看。

      Jiē shàng guà mǎn le hóngsè de dēnglóng, tèbié hǎokàn.

      The street is decorated with red lanterns everywhere, and it looks especially beautiful.

    • 奶奶教我做了一个纸灯笼。

      Nǎinai jiāo wǒ zuò le yī gè zhǐ dēnglóng.

      Grandma taught me how to make a paper lantern.

    • 每到春节，家家户户都会挂灯笼。

      Měi dào Chūnjié, jiājiāhùhù dōu huì guà dēnglóng.

      Every Spring Festival, every household hangs up lanterns.

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