The Legend behind the Year of the Dragon

Key Learning Points (Preview):

龙 (lóng) n. dragon

代替 (dàitì) v. to take the place of/to replace

In ancient China, the “龙 (lóng) dragon” lived capable upon the earth’s land, though notably, his majestic appearance lacked its famous horns. With a strong body and the power to fly effortlessly through the heavens, he deserved for the title “兽王  (shòuwáng) king of the animals” and decided to campaign to “代替 (dàitì) take the place of” tiger.…