Small Animal Riddles, Can You Guess it Right? (Part 5)

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Welcome back to our series on small animal riddles! We hope you've been enjoying the challenge of guessing these intriguing animals. Today, we present you with another exciting riddle. 

  1. Has a silver armor, 
    
身穿银甲亮晶晶，
    Shēn chuān yín jiǎ liàng jīng jīng,
  2. shiny and bright, cold all over.
    浑身上下冷冰冰。
    hún shēn shàng xià lěng bīng bīng.

Let's dive into the clues and see if you can figure it out.

  • The first part of the riddle, "身穿银甲亮晶晶" (shēn chuān yín jiǎ liàng jīng jīng), means "has a silver armor, shiny and bright." This clue suggests that the animal we're thinking of has a shiny, silvery appearance, resembling armor.
  • The second part, "浑身上下冷冰冰" (hún shēn shàng xià lěng bīng bīng), translates to "cold all over." This indicates that the animal is cold to the touch, which might give you a hint about its natural habitat or body temperature.

Putting these clues together, you should be able to guess which small animal fits this description. Yes, it is 鱼 “yú” fish.

Key Sentences:

  1. Fish swim gracefully in the water.

    鱼在水中优雅地游泳。

    Yú zài shuǐ zhōng yōuyǎ de yóuyǒng.
  2. I like to watch the colorful fish in the aquarium.

    我喜欢看水族馆里五颜六色的鱼。

    Wǒ xǐhuān kàn shuǐzúguǎn lǐ wǔ yán liù sè de yú.
  3. The fish scales glistened under the sunlight.

    鱼鳞在阳光下闪闪发光。
    
Yúlín zài yángguāng xià shǎnshǎn fāguāng.

Related Articles

Sign up for a free trial now!

FAQ / Tips

Before starting any Chinese language course, the teacher will assess your Chinese language proficiency level through a placement test.This helps to determine your current level of understanding and ability in Chinese, and allows the teacher to tailor the course materials and teaching methods to your specific needs and goals. The placement test may include assessments of your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.Based on the results of the test, the teacher will be able to recommend an appropriate course of study for you.
Our learning is different from traditional language learning in a number of ways. Firstly, we use technology to enhance the learning experience and provide personalized learning paths for each student. Secondly, our focus is not just on language proficiency, but also on cultural understanding and practical application of the language.Thirdly, we place a strong emphasis on developing speaking and listening skills, as well as reading and writing.Additionally, we incorporate modern teaching methods and materials, such as multimedia resources and interactive exercises.Finally, our courses are designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing students to learn at their own pace and according to their own schedule.
Our instructors are highly skilled and experienced experts in Chinese language teaching, with proficiency in multiple languages. They hold at least a bachelor's degree in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, and possess extensive teaching experience and knowledge. Through a rigorous selection process and ongoing training, our instructors are equipped to provide students with authentic pronunciation, accurate language usage, and cultural background knowledge, all of which are essential for achieving mastery of the Chinese language.
Certainly, we offer a complimentary 30 - minute trial lesson for you to experience our services before committing to a purchase.This will allow you to gain a better understanding of our qualified tutors, innovative teaching methods, comprehensive class materials, and more.We are committed to providing you with the highest level of service and ensuring your satisfaction with our courses.
We provide a wealth of Chinese teaching materials and learning resources, including but not limited to textbooks, workbooks, listening materials, reading materials, video courses, and online courses.Our teaching materials and resources are carefully selected and designed to meet the learning needs and goals of different learners. At the same time, our teachers will provide personalized teaching and guidance based on the learning characteristics and needs of students to ensure that students can learn and master Chinese language efficiently.
If you have any questions or concerns, you can send an email to: service @chineselearning.com.We have a team of professionals who will be happy to assist you with any issues as soon as possible.