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6 animals with different ancient Chinese names

  • SM
  • Dec 24, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Dec 31, 2024

What are these 6 animals known as in ancient times?

Let's find out their Chinese names in ancient & present times!


 Go to -> 1st - 3rd  | 4th - 6th   


1st-3rd animals with different names


Dog, Mouse, Pig

Animals with different Chinese names in ancient & present times - dog, mouse, pig

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Answer

  • Dog. In ancient times, 犬. Now, .

  • Mouse. In ancient times, 耗子. Now, 老鼠.

  • Pig. In ancient times, . Now, 猪.


Fun Facts

Trivia about dog, mouse & pig

4th-6th animals with different names   


Panda, Cat, Tiger

Animals with different Chinese names in ancient & present times - panda, cat & tiger

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Answer

  • Panda. In ancient times, 食铁兽. Now, 大熊猫.

  • Cat.  In ancient times, 虎舅. Now, .

  • TIger.  In ancient times, 山君. Now, 老虎.


Fun Facts

Trivia about panda, cat & tiger





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