Lingaku竜【りゅう】
Frequency rank: 194.
- dragon (esp. a Chinese dragon)see also ドラゴン
- naga; semi-divine human-cobra chimera in Hindu and Buddhist mythology
- promoted rookonly applies to りゅう and りょうshogiabbreviationsee also 竜王【りゅうおう】
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Forms
- 竜【りゅう】【たつ】【りょう】Frequency rank: 194.
- 龍【りゅう】【たつ】【りょう】Frequency rank: 2,793. – 2,794.
- りゅうFrequency rank: 27,801. – 27,994.
- たつFrequency rank: 6,048. – 6,054.
- りょうFrequency rank: 27,390. – 27,616.
Generated definitions (experimental)
- dragon (esp. a Chinese dragon)
- naga; semi-divine human-cobra chimera in Hindu and Buddhist mythology
- promoted rook
This meaning refers to a mythical creature often depicted in Chinese culture as a benevolent figure associated with water, agriculture, and power. It is different from Western dragons, as it is usually long, serpentine, and has a revered place in mythology.
The Chinese dragon is considered a symbol of good fortune and prosperity.
He is believed to have the power akin to a dragon.
This meaning refers to a mythical serpent-like being found in Hindu and Buddhist stories, often revered as a protector and associated with water bodies.
In Buddhist teachings, the naga is a sacred being that protects water.
She offered prayers to the naga.
This meaning refers to a chess term where a rook is upgraded or promoted in specific gameplay scenarios, often relating to strategies in chess.
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The animal in the top left-hand corner is meant to be a dragon.
I have always wanted to see a dragon, but dragons are not real creatures.