笼子 en 30 segundos
- 笼子 (lóngzi) means 'cage' and is used for animals or metaphorical confinement.
- It is a noun, often paired with the measure word '个' (gè) and the verb '关' (guān).
- The word has a bamboo radical, reflecting its history as a woven object.
- It is distinct from '蒸笼' (steamer), though they share the character '笼'.
The word 笼子 (lóngzi) is a fundamental Chinese noun that primarily refers to a cage or a coop. At its most literal level, it describes a structure made of bars, wire, or mesh used to confine animals, birds, or even objects. The character 笼 (lóng) consists of the bamboo radical (⺮) on top and the dragon character (龙) as a phonetic component. Historically, this points to the fact that most cages in ancient China were meticulously woven from bamboo strips, a tradition that continues today in the form of ornate birdcages found in public parks.
- Literal Application
- Used when talking about pets like hamsters, rabbits, or birds. For example, '把兔子放回笼子里' (Put the rabbit back in the cage). It is the standard term used in pet shops, zoos, and farms.
- Metaphorical Application
- In literature and daily conversation, it often symbolizes a lack of freedom or a restrictive environment. A high-paying but soul-crushing job might be described as a 'golden cage' (金丝笼), implying that while the surroundings are beautiful, the inhabitant is still a prisoner.
这个笼子太小了，不适合养这么大的狗。
(This cage is too small; it is not suitable for raising such a large dog.)
Culturally, the birdcage holds a special place in the history of Beijing. During the Qing Dynasty, noblemen and later the 'hutong' residents would 'walk' their birds (提笼架鸟). They would carry their lóngzi to parks to let the birds enjoy the fresh air and socialize with other birds. Thus, the word evokes a sense of traditional leisure for some, even as it denotes confinement for others. In modern urban settings, the term is also used humorously to describe small, cramped apartments, often called 'cage homes' (笼屋) in densely populated areas like Hong Kong.
他觉得自己像是一只关在笼子里的鸟。
(He feels like a bird trapped in a cage.)
- Material Variations
- 铁笼子 (tiě lóngzi) - Iron cage; 木笼子 (mù lóngzi) - Wooden cage; 竹笼子 (zhú lóngzi) - Bamboo cage.
When using this word, it is important to distinguish it from '蒸笼' (zhēnglóng), which is a steamer used for cooking dim sum. While they share the same root character '笼', a '笼子' is for living beings or storage, whereas a '蒸笼' is strictly a kitchen utensil. Using '笼子' in a restaurant might lead to some confused looks unless you are actually bringing a pet inside!
Mastering 笼子 (lóngzi) involves understanding its relationship with specific verbs and prepositions. The most frequent grammatical structure involves the preposition '在...里' (inside), as cages are containers. You will almost always hear '在笼子里' (in the cage).
小猫从笼子里钻了出来。
(The kitten squeezed out of the cage.)
- Verb Pairing: Confinement
- 关 (guān - to shut/lock): '把他关在笼子里' (Lock him in a cage). This is the most common verb used with lóngzi.
- Verb Pairing: Movement
- 关进 (guānjìn - to shut into), 关在 (guānzài - to be shut in), 逃出 (táochū - to escape from).
In technical or descriptive contexts, you might describe the attributes of the cage. Since it is a physical object, you can use adjectives like '结实' (jiēshi - sturdy), '宽敞' (kuānchang - spacious), or '破旧' (pòjiù - worn out). When discussing animal welfare, the size of the lóngzi is a frequent topic of debate.
我们要换一个更结实的铁笼子。
(We need to change to a sturdier iron cage.)
Another common usage is in the context of transportation. If you are taking a pet on a plane or train, you will need a '航空笼' (hángkōng lóng - aviation cage/crate). Here, the word is often shortened to '笼' in compound nouns but remains '笼子' in general speech.
请把你的宠物放在笼子里托运。
(Please put your pet in a cage for transport.)
- Abstract Sentences
- '婚姻有时被比作一个笼子。' (Marriage is sometimes compared to a cage.) This uses the word to describe psychological or social entrapment.
You will encounter 笼子 (lóngzi) in various real-life scenarios, ranging from the mundane to the dramatic. In a Chinese city, one of the most iconic places to hear this word is at a local flower and bird market (花鸟市场). Vendors will shout about the quality of their 'handmade bamboo cages' (手工竹笼子). Here, the cage is not just a tool but a piece of craftsmanship.
- At the Zoo
- Parents often say to their children: '看，狮子在笼子里睡觉呢！' (Look, the lion is sleeping in the cage!) It's a standard part of early childhood vocabulary.
- News and Documentaries
- Environmental reports might discuss '把野生动物关在笼子里是不人道的' (It is inhumane to keep wild animals in cages). The word carries weight in animal rights discussions.
这个笼子的门没锁好，鸟飞走了。
(The cage door wasn't locked properly, and the bird flew away.)
In the workplace, you might hear the term used metaphorically during high-stress periods. A coworker might complain, '我觉得办公室就像个大笼子' (I feel like the office is like a big cage). This reflects a common sentiment in '996' work culture (working 9am to 9pm, 6 days a week), where the physical building feels like a site of confinement. Similarly, in movies or TV dramas involving crime or historical imprisonment, lóngzi is used to describe the cells or transport crates for prisoners.
囚犯被关在木笼子里游街示众。
(The prisoner was kept in a wooden cage and paraded through the streets.)
- Pop Culture
- Songs and poems often use '笼子' to represent the constraints of the heart or soul, such as being 'trapped in the cage of love' (关在爱情的笼子里).
One of the most frequent errors English speakers make with 笼子 (lóngzi) is confusing it with other containers like 盒子 (hézi - box) or 箱子 (xiāngzi - chest/suitcase). While all three are containers, a lóngzi must have bars or holes that allow air and light to pass through. You wouldn't put a bird in a '盒子' because it couldn't breathe or see out!
- Mistake 1: Measure Word Confusion
- Incorrect: 一笼子鸟 (A cage bird). Correct: 一个笼子 (A cage) or 一笼鸟 (A cage of birds). '笼子' is the object, while '笼' is the measure word.
- Mistake 2: Steamer vs. Cage
- Do not call a '蒸笼' (steamer) a '笼子'. If you tell a waiter '我要一个笼子' (I want a cage), they will be very confused. Say '我要一笼包子' instead.
Incorrect: 我把书放在笼子里。
Correct: 我把书放在箱子里。
(You don't put books in a cage; you put them in a box/trunk.)
Another subtle mistake is using '笼子' for large animal enclosures that are better described as '圈' (juàn - pen) or '栏' (lán - stall). For instance, a pig pen is a '猪圈', not a '猪笼子' (though '猪笼' exists as a specific historical punishment device, it's not used for farming). Use lóngzi primarily for birds, small pets, or portable metal cages for larger animals.
Mistake: 鸟在篮子里。
Correction: 鸟在笼子里。
(A '篮子' is a basket, usually for fruit or shopping, not for birds.)
To sound more native, it is helpful to know the synonyms and related terms for 笼子 (lóngzi). Depending on the context—whether it is a prison, a farm, or a decorative item—different words may be more appropriate.
- 圈 (juàn)
- Used for livestock pens. '猪圈' (pigpen), '羊圈' (sheepfold). Unlike a cage, a 'juàn' is usually a fenced-in area on the ground.
- 牢房 (láofáng)
- Literally 'prison cell'. While a cage confines animals, a 'láofáng' is specifically for humans in a legal context.
- 筐 (kuāng)
- A basket or crate, often made of wicker or bamboo. Used for vegetables or inanimate objects, not usually for birds.
比较：
1. 鸟笼 (Niǎolóng) - Specifically a birdcage.
2. 兽笼 (Shòulóng) - Specifically a cage for wild beasts.
3. 鱼篓 (Yúlǒu) - A bamboo basket for holding fish.
When speaking about the metaphorical feeling of being 'trapped', you might use the word 枷锁 (jiāsuǒ), which means 'shackles' or 'fetters'. While lóngzi implies being surrounded by bars, jiāsuǒ implies being physically tied or weighed down. For a more formal or literary way to say 'cage', one might use 樊笼 (fánlóng), a poetic term often found in classical Chinese literature to describe the constraints of the mundane world compared to the freedom of nature.
Choosing the right word depends on the 'openness' of the container. If it's for display, use lóngzi. If it's for storage, use xiāngzi. If it's for farming, use juàn or lán.
How Formal Is It?
Dato curioso
In ancient times, '笼' was also used to describe a type of large, protective headgear or a carriage cover made of bamboo.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing 'zi' with a full 3rd tone (zǐ) instead of neutral.
- Pronouncing 'lóng' with a flat 1st tone (lōng).
- Confusing the 'l' sound with 'n' in some southern dialects (nóngzi).
- Making the 'o' sound too much like 'u' (lúngzi).
- Forgetting the neutral tone on the suffix 'zi'.
Nivel de dificultad
The bamboo radical is easy to recognize. '龙' is a common character.
The character '笼' has several strokes, but the components are standard.
Two syllables, second one is neutral. Easy to pronounce.
Distinctive sound, unlikely to be confused with other words in context.
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The '把' construction with 笼子
把他关在笼子里。 (Lock him in the cage.)
Measure word '个' for cages
我买了一个笼子。 (I bought a cage.)
Noun suffix '子'
笼子 vs 笼 (笼 is the root, 子 makes it a standard noun).
Directional complements with 笼子
从笼子里跑出来。 (Run out from the cage.)
Compound noun formation
铁 (iron) + 笼子 = 铁笼子 (iron cage).
Ejemplos por nivel
这是一个笼子。
This is a cage.
Basic 'Subject + 是 + Noun' structure.
鸟在笼子里。
The bird is in the cage.
Using '在...里' for location.
笼子很大。
The cage is very big.
Adjective description.
我有一个小笼子。
I have a small cage.
Using '有' for possession.
这是谁的笼子？
Whose cage is this?
Interrogative sentence.
笼子里没有鸟。
There is no bird in the cage.
Negative existence sentence.
你看那个笼子。
Look at that cage.
Imperative with '看'.
小猫在笼子上面。
The kitten is on top of the cage.
Using '上面' for position.
把兔子放进笼子里。
Put the rabbit into the cage.
The '把' construction for disposal.
这个铁笼子很结实。
This iron cage is very sturdy.
Adding material '铁' as a modifier.
不要把狗一直关在笼子里。
Don't keep the dog in the cage all the time.
Negative '不要' with '关在'.
他在商店买了一个鸟笼子。
He bought a birdcage at the store.
Past action with '了'.
笼子的门是开着的。
The cage door is open.
Using '着' to indicate state.
这些笼子是竹子做的。
These cages are made of bamboo.
'...是...做的' structure.
小鸟想从笼子里出来。
The little bird wants to come out of the cage.
Expressing desire with '想'.
我每天都清理笼子。
I clean the cage every day.
Frequency with '每天都'.
即使笼子是金子做的，鸟也不会快乐。
Even if the cage is made of gold, the bird won't be happy.
Using '即使...也...' for concession.
他觉得自己的家就像一个笼子。
He feels like his home is like a cage.
Metaphorical usage with '像'.
为了安全，要把猛兽关在笼子里。
For safety, wild beasts must be kept in cages.
Purpose clause with '为了'.
这只松鼠终于逃出了笼子。
This squirrel finally escaped from the cage.
Resultative verb '逃出'.
空笼子挂在树枝上。
An empty cage is hanging on a tree branch.
Descriptive state.
这个笼子的设计非常巧妙。
The design of this cage is very ingenious.
Abstract noun '设计' as subject.
如果你不锁好笼子，宠物会跑掉的。
If you don't lock the cage well, the pet will run away.
Conditional '如果...就/会...'.
搬家时，我把猫放在了航空笼里。
When moving, I put the cat in an aviation crate.
Specific term '航空笼'.
在动物园里，有些动物因为长期关在笼子里而变得抑郁。
In zoos, some animals become depressed because of long-term confinement in cages.
Causal relationship with '因为...而...'.
她不想一辈子待在这个金丝笼里。
She doesn't want to stay in this golden cage for her whole life.
Idiomatic '金丝笼'.
实验员小心地把白鼠从笼子里抓出来。
The lab technician carefully grabbed the white mouse out of the cage.
Adverbial '小心地'.
这种新型笼子可以自动清理垃圾。
This new type of cage can automatically clean waste.
Potential/Ability with '可以'.
法律不应该成为束缚人们创造力的笼子。
The law should not become a cage that restricts people's creativity.
Complex metaphorical object.
他被困在贫穷的笼子里，无法脱身。
He is trapped in the cage of poverty and cannot escape.
Passive '被' construction.
这些鸟笼子是北京传统手工艺的代表。
These birdcages are representative of traditional Beijing craftsmanship.
Noun phrase as '代表'.
随着社会的发展，越来越多的动物园取消了小笼子。
With social development, more and more zoos have eliminated small cages.
Temporal clause '随着...'.
久在樊笼里，复得返自然。
Long kept in a cage, I have at last returned to nature.
Classical Chinese quotation (Tao Yuanming).
他试图冲破传统观念的笼子，追求真正的自我。
He tried to break through the cage of traditional concepts to pursue his true self.
Abstract metaphorical usage.
这部电影深刻地探讨了现代城市生活如何成为一个无形的笼子。
This film profoundly explores how modern urban life has become an invisible cage.
Sophisticated verb '探讨'.
这种外交策略无异于将对方困在外交笼子里。
This diplomatic strategy is tantamount to trapping the other party in a diplomatic cage.
Formal expression '无异于'.
笼子里的困兽斗，往往是最惨烈的。
The struggle of a trapped beast in a cage is often the most tragic.
Idiomatic '困兽斗'.
他用金钱和名利编织了一个笼子，笼络了许多人才。
He wove a cage with money and fame to win over many talents.
Using '笼' as a verb root '笼络'.
那座古老的建筑，由于密集的铁栅栏，看起来像个巨大的笼子。
That ancient building, due to dense iron bars, looks like a giant cage.
Descriptive '由于...看起来像'.
这种制度上的笼子，既是保护也是限制。
This institutional cage is both a protection and a restriction.
Philosophical '既是...也是...'.
人类文明的演进，在某种程度上是不断为自己制造更精致笼子的过程。
The evolution of human civilization is, to some extent, a process of constantly creating more sophisticated cages for ourselves.
High-level philosophical assertion.
在福柯的哲学语境下，权力的运作如同一个全方位的笼子。
In Foucault's philosophical context, the operation of power is like an all-encompassing cage.
Academic reference.
文学作品中的‘笼子’意象，往往承载着作者对自由的终极渴望。
The 'cage' imagery in literary works often carries the author's ultimate longing for freedom.
Literary analysis terminology.
他晚年的生活陷入了自我封闭的笼子，拒绝与外界产生任何联系。
In his later years, his life fell into a cage of self-seclusion, refusing any contact with the outside world.
Psychological description.
这些被囚禁在感官笼子里的灵魂，早已忘记了星空的存在。
These souls imprisoned in the cage of senses have long forgotten the existence of the starry sky.
Poetic/Metaphorical complexity.
这种算法推荐机制，实质上是将用户关进了信息茧房的笼子。
This algorithmic recommendation mechanism essentially shuts users into the cage of an information cocoon.
Modern sociological critique.
他在诗中将肉体比作灵魂的笼子，表达了对超脱的追求。
In his poem, he compared the body to a cage for the soul, expressing a pursuit of transcendence.
Metaphysical comparison.
即便身处囹圄，他的思想也从未被任何笼子所束缚。
Even if he was in prison, his thoughts were never bound by any cage.
Advanced '即便...也...' with '身处囹圄'.
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— A birdcage; the most common specific use of the word.
公园里有很多提着鸟笼子的老人。
— Historically a cage for pigs; also used in the idiom '浸猪笼' (an ancient punishment).
在古代小说里，常提到猪笼。
— A trapped beast; describes someone fighting desperately in a hopeless situation.
他现在的样子就像笼子里的困兽。
— A bird in a golden cage; describes a person who has wealth but no freedom.
她觉得自己只是金丝笼里的鸟。
— A mousetrap (specifically the cage type).
我在厨房放了一个捕鼠笼。
— Cage homes; tiny, wire-mesh subdivided apartments.
笼屋是城市贫困的缩影。
— To come out of the cage (or steamer); often used for new products or news.
新政策刚刚出笼。
— To win people's hearts (metaphorical use of 'cage' to gather/control).
他很擅长笼络人心。
— To carry a cage and a bird on a perch; a classic hobby of old Beijingers.
他退休后的生活就是提笼架鸟。
— A wooden cage; often used in historical contexts.
犯人被关在木笼里。
Se confunde a menudo con
A box is solid; a cage has bars or mesh.
A basket is for carrying things; a cage is for confining things.
A suitcase or trunk; usually larger and solid, used for storage.
Modismos y expresiones
— Fish in a pond and birds in a cage; people who have lost their freedom.
他感叹自己如今已是池鱼笼鸟。
Literary— A trapped beast still fights; someone in a desperate situation still resists.
虽然失败已定，他仍困兽犹斗。
Formal— A bird in a cage; someone who has lost their liberty.
受制于人的他，如同笼中之鸟。
Common— A bird entering a cage; falling into a trap or losing freedom.
他这一去，无异于鸟入樊笼。
Literary— To break the cage; to seek liberation or change a restrictive system.
我们要打破旧思想的笼子。
Metaphorical— To win over people by various means (originally caging/netting).
领导要学会笼络人心。
Common— A golden cage; a metaphor for a restricted but luxurious life.
她不愿做金丝笼子里的金丝雀。
Common— A bird in a cage and a monkey in a pen; people who are restricted.
身在官场，难免有笼鸟槛猿之感。
Archaic— A bird out of the cage; someone who has just gained freedom.
放假的孩子们像出笼鸟一样开心。
Informal— While not using 'cage', it's the opposite—hunting in the open field; often contrasted with lóngzi.
英雄辈出，中原逐鹿。
HistoricalFácil de confundir
Shares the root '笼'.
A steamer for food vs. a cage for animals. You cannot use '笼子' for a steamer.
包子在蒸笼里。
Shares the root '笼'.
A lantern vs. a cage. Both have frames, but a lantern holds light.
春节挂红灯笼。
Specific type of cage.
Used for pigs or historical punishment; '笼子' is more general.
那个古老的猪笼坏了。
Similar meaning.
Specifically for birds, while '笼子' is general for any animal.
他买了一个昂贵的鸟笼。
Both imply confinement.
A prison cell for humans vs. a cage for animals.
他在牢房里住了三年。
Patrones de oraciones
这是 [Noun]。
这是一个笼子。
把 [Object] 关在笼子里。
把鸟关在笼子里。
虽然 [Clause], 但是 [Object] 还在笼子里。
虽然门开了，但是鸟还在笼子里。
像 [Noun] 一样的笼子。
像监狱一样的笼子。
[Abstract Concept] 是无形的笼子。
习惯是无形的笼子。
即便身处 [Place], 也不愿进 [Noun]。
即便身处旷野，也不愿进那金丝笼子。
这个笼子是 [Material] 做的。
这个笼子是木头做的。
从笼子里 [Verb] 出来。
从笼子里飞出来。
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Verbos
Adjetivos
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Cómo usarlo
Common in daily life, especially regarding pets and zoos.
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Using '只' as a measure word for the cage itself.
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Using '个'.
'只' is for the animal inside; '个' is for the cage structure.
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Confusing '笼子' with '篮子' (basket).
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笼子 (cage) vs 篮子 (basket).
Baskets are open-topped and for fruit/shopping; cages are for animals.
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Calling a food steamer '笼子'.
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蒸笼 (zhēnglóng).
'笼子' is for animals; '蒸笼' is for buns/dumplings.
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Writing '笼' with the grass radical.
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Use the bamboo radical (⺮).
Cages are made of bamboo, not grass.
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Using '笼子' for a large fenced field.
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圈 (juàn) or 场 (chǎng).
Cages are smaller and usually have bars on all sides.
Consejos
Using the Suffix
Always add '子' when using the word as a standalone noun. Without it, '笼' sounds like a measure word or an incomplete thought.
Traditional Craft
In China, birdcages are often highly decorated. Some are worth thousands of dollars. Respect the 'lóngzi' as an art form.
Steamer Distinction
Never ask for a '笼子' in a dim sum restaurant. You will sound like you want to eat a cage. Ask for '一笼' of whatever food you want.
Tone Mastery
The rising tone of 'lóng' is key. If it's too flat, it might be confused with 'long' (deaf - though written differently).
Radical Awareness
The bamboo radical (⺮) is your best friend. It helps you remember that cages were historically natural, woven objects.
Feeling Trapped
Use '笼子' to describe a situation where you feel you have no choices. It's very expressive in Chinese literature.
Size Matters
When describing a cage, use '宽敞' (spacious) for a good one and '狭窄' (cramped) for a bad one.
Historical Cages
In ancient times, 'lóngzi' were also used to transport prisoners. This adds a layer of 'shame' to the word in historical dramas.
Pet Travel
Learn the term '航空笼' (hángkōng lóng) if you plan to travel in China with a pet.
Cage Bird
The idiom '笼中之鸟' is very common. Use it to describe someone who has no freedom.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
The top '⺮' is bamboo, which is what the cage is made of. The bottom '龙' is a dragon. Imagine a dragon trapped in a bamboo cage!
Asociación visual
Visualize a traditional Chinese birdcage hanging in a park. See the bamboo bars (⺮) and imagine a dragon (龙) inside it.
Word Web
Desafío
Try to find five different types of '笼子' in your local area (pet store, zoo, kitchen) and label them in Chinese.
Origen de la palabra
The character '笼' (lóng) dates back to ancient China. The top radical '⺮' (bamboo) indicates that the original cages were woven from bamboo. The bottom part '龙' (dragon) is purely phonetic in modern Mandarin, though some scholars suggest it might imply the long, curved shape of bamboo strips.
Significado original: A bamboo basket or cage used for carrying or confining animals.
Sino-TibetanContexto cultural
Be careful when using '笼子' to describe a person's living situation, as it can imply extreme poverty (cage homes).
In English, 'cage' is often negative (prison), but in Chinese, a 'lóngzi' can be a prized, expensive piece of art.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
At the Pet Store
- 这个笼子多少钱？
- 有大一点的笼子吗？
- 这个笼子结实吗？
- 我想买个鸟笼子。
At the Zoo
- 狮子在笼子里。
- 不要靠近笼子。
- 笼子很干净。
- 动物想出笼子。
Talking about Freedom
- 我觉得像在笼子里。
- 打破这个笼子。
- 金丝笼里的生活。
- 追求笼子外的自由。
Moving/Traveling with Pets
- 把猫放进航空笼。
- 笼子要锁好。
- 笼子太重了。
- 宠物在笼子里很安全。
Historical/Craft Context
- 传统的竹笼子。
- 手工制作的笼子。
- 这是清代的鸟笼。
- 笼子上的雕刻。
Inicios de conversación
"你觉得把动物关在笼子里人道吗？ (Do you think it's humane to keep animals in cages?)"
"你家里的宠物住什么样的笼子？ (What kind of cage does your pet live in?)"
"你见过最漂亮的鸟笼子是在哪里？ (Where did you see the most beautiful birdcage?)"
"如果你的工作是一个‘金丝笼’，你会离开吗？ (If your job was a 'golden cage', would you leave?)"
"你认为城市生活像是一个笼子吗？ (Do you think city life is like a cage?)"
Temas para diario
描述一个你见过的非常特别的笼子。它是用什么做的？ (Describe a very special cage you have seen. What was it made of?)
写一写如果你是一只关在笼子里的鸟，你会有什么感受。 (Write about how you would feel if you were a bird in a cage.)
讨论一下动物园应该如何改进动物的笼子环境。 (Discuss how zoos should improve the cage environments for animals.)
反思一下生活中哪些东西让你感到像是被关在笼子里。 (Reflect on what things in your life make you feel like you are shut in a cage.)
想象一个没有笼子的世界，那会是什么样子的？ (Imagine a world without cages; what would it be like?)
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, '笼子' is the perfect word for a dog crate. You can also say '狗笼' (gǒulóng).
The most common measure word is '个' (gè). For example, '一个笼子'.
Not necessarily. In the context of pets, it's a neutral word for their home. However, metaphorically, it is usually negative.
'笼子' is a noun that stands alone. '笼' is often a bound morpheme in compounds (like '鸟笼') or a measure word.
Only metaphorically or in very dark/criminal contexts. Normally, humans are in '牢房' (cells) or '监狱' (prisons).
You can call it '笼子', but '鸟笼' (niǎolóng) is more specific and common for birds.
You say '竹笼子' (zhú lóngzi).
Yes, a '笼子' is usually fully enclosed on all sides, including the top.
It is '金丝笼' (jīnsīlóng), literally 'gold thread cage'.
No, that is '鱼网' (yúwǎng). However, a bamboo fish trap is '鱼笼' (yúlóng).
Ponte a prueba 200 preguntas
Write a sentence using '笼子' and '鸟'.
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Describe what a cage is made of in Chinese.
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Use the '把' construction to say: 'Put the cat in the cage.'
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Write a sentence about an animal escaping from a cage.
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Explain the metaphorical meaning of '金丝笼'.
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Write a short paragraph about visiting a zoo and seeing cages.
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Compare a '笼子' and a '盒子'.
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Translate: 'The bird cage is hanging on the tree.'
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Write a sentence using '笼中之鸟'.
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Describe a traditional Beijing birdcage.
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Translate: 'This dog crate is very sturdy.'
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Use '笼子' in a sentence about moving house.
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Write a sentence using the word '清理' (clean) and '笼子'.
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Translate: 'Is the cage door locked?'
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Write a sentence about a 'golden cage' life.
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Explain why 笼 contains the bamboo radical.
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Translate: 'The tiger is roaring in the cage.'
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Write a sentence using '逃出' and '笼子'.
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Translate: 'This is a handmade bamboo cage.'
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Write a sentence using '笼子' and '自由'.
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描述一个笼子的样子。
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你认为把动物关在笼子里好吗？为什么？
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如果你有一只鸟，你会给它买什么样的笼子？
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谈谈你对‘金丝笼’这个词的理解。
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你见过北京人提着鸟笼子逛公园吗？你觉得这种生活怎么样？
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如果你被关在一个笼子里，你最想念什么？
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请用‘笼子’造三个不同的句子。
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解释一下‘笼子’和‘盒子’的区别。
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描述一下如何清理宠物笼子。
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你会为了安全把你的宠物关在笼子里吗？
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想象你是一只逃出笼子的动物，你会去哪里？
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你觉得现代人的生活像是在笼子里吗？
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介绍一下‘航空笼’的用途。
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如果你要设计一个最舒服的笼子，你会怎么设计？
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读一读这个句子：‘小鸟在笼子里快乐地唱歌。’
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用‘笼子’这个词讲一个关于动物园的小故事。
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你认为什么样的动物绝对不能关在笼子里？
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解释‘笼中之鸟’这个成语。
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描述一下你见过的最贵的或最漂亮的笼子。
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在你的文化里，人们怎么看待笼子？
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听力练习：‘把那只兔子放回笼子里，别让它乱跑。’ 问：说话人想让对方做什么？
听力练习：‘这个鸟笼子是爷爷亲手做的，非常有纪念意义。’ 问：这个鸟笼子是谁做的？
听力练习：‘我刚买了一个航空笼，准备下周带猫去上海。’ 问：说话人为什么要买航空笼？
听力练习：‘狮子在笼子里显得很烦躁，一直在走来走去。’ 问：狮子的状态怎么样？
听力练习：‘别忘了锁上笼子的门，不然仓鼠会跑掉的。’ 问：如果不锁门会发生什么？
听力练习：‘这个笼子太旧了，铁丝都生锈了，换一个吧。’ 问：为什么要换笼子？
听力练习：‘她虽然住在大房子里，却觉得自己像被关在笼子里。’ 问：她的心情是怎样的？
听力练习：‘捕鼠笼里有一块奶酪，是用来引诱老鼠的。’ 问：奶酪的作用是什么？
听力练习：‘这个竹笼子的工艺非常复杂，要花一个月才能做好。’ 问：做好这个笼子需要多长时间？
听力练习：‘看，那只鸟逃出笼子飞走了！’ 问：发生了什么事？
听力练习：‘我们要给大象准备一个巨大的笼子进行运输。’ 问：笼子是用来做什么的？
听力练习：‘笼子里的水喝完了，快去加一点。’ 问：现在需要做什么？
听力练习：‘这种新型宠物笼子可以自动控制温度。’ 问：这个笼子有什么功能？
听力练习：‘他每天早上都会提着笼子去公园遛鸟。’ 问：他去公园做什么？
听力练习：‘那个木笼子是用来装蔬菜的，不是装动物的。’ 问：那个木笼子的用途是什么？
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Summary
The word 笼子 (lóngzi) is the standard Chinese term for a cage. Whether you are talking about a pet bird (鸟笼子) or feeling trapped in a job (金丝笼), this word is essential for describing physical or symbolic confinement. Example: '把鸟关在笼子里' (Put the bird in the cage).
- 笼子 (lóngzi) means 'cage' and is used for animals or metaphorical confinement.
- It is a noun, often paired with the measure word '个' (gè) and the verb '关' (guān).
- The word has a bamboo radical, reflecting its history as a woven object.
- It is distinct from '蒸笼' (steamer), though they share the character '笼'.
Using the Suffix
Always add '子' when using the word as a standalone noun. Without it, '笼' sounds like a measure word or an incomplete thought.
Traditional Craft
In China, birdcages are often highly decorated. Some are worth thousands of dollars. Respect the 'lóngzi' as an art form.
Steamer Distinction
Never ask for a '笼子' in a dim sum restaurant. You will sound like you want to eat a cage. Ask for '一笼' of whatever food you want.
Tone Mastery
The rising tone of 'lóng' is key. If it's too flat, it might be confused with 'long' (deaf - though written differently).
Ejemplo
小鸟被关在笼子里唱歌。
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