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2023年6月英语六级翻译预测：中国龙

中国龙一直是吉祥的象征，在中国人心目中占据着不可替代的位置。中国人常常自称为“龙的传人”。在封建社会，龙一直是皇帝和皇权的象征。进入现代社会以后，龙逐渐演变为吉祥物(mascot)，含有腾飞、成功、开拓、创造等寓意。龙还被认为是美丽、友好的，并且充满了智慧，它能给老百姓带来好的运气，给国家带来繁荣昌盛，而且象征着人类社会与大自然的和谐相处。

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The Chinese dragon has long been a symbol of auspiciousness, and has an irreplaceable position in the mind of Chinese people who often call themselves “descendants of the dragon”. During the feudal period, the dragon used to serve as a symbol of the emperor and imperial authority. In modern society, it has gradually become a mascot which signifies growth, success, hard work and creativity. Considered beautiful, friendly and filled with wisdom, the dragon is believed to be able to bring good luck to ordinary people and prosperity to the country. It also symbolizes the harmony between human society and nature.