哈利·波特
hālì bōtè
哈利·波特 (hālì bōtè) is the Chinese translation for the name Harry Potter.
哈利·波特 is used to refer to the main character of the fantasy novel and film series.
Which one should you use?
While 哈利·波特 refers to the character himself, 哈利·波特系列 is used to refer to the entire Harry Potter series. To refer specifically to the first book, the title 哈利波特与魔法石 (Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone) is used.
How do you pronounce it?
hālì bōtè
Did you know?
- In Chinese, the word 魔法 used in the first book's title combines 'magic' and 'law' or 'method', suggesting a structured system of magic.
- While 哈利·波特 is the official name, Chinese fans often use the nickname 波特 or refer to him as 小波特 meaning 'Little Potter'.
- Chinese translation of the series is noted for creating unique names for magical creatures that often describe their appearance rather than just transliterating the English sound.
Examples in context
- 我已经读完了所有哈利·波特书。I already read all the Harry Potter books.This sentence is useful for showing how to use 哈利·波特 when talking about the books.Tatoeba #5670794 by verdastelo9604, translation #996930 by thayne
- 我最喜欢的小说是哈利·波特。My favorite novel is Harry Potter.
- 我已经看过哈利·波特系列的所有电影。I have watched all the movies in the Harry Potter series.
- 我把《哈利波特与魔法石》当作成长的启蒙书。I consider "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" as an enlightening book for personal growth.
- 霍格沃茨是哈利波特的学校，一个神奇的地方。Hogwarts is Harry Potter's school, a magical place.
- 哈利·波特是一个很受欢迎的角色。Hālì·Bōtè shì yīgè hěn shòu huānyíng de juésè.Harry Potter is a very popular character.
- 你喜欢哈利·波特吗？Nǐ xǐhuān Hālì·Bōtè ma?Do you like Harry Potter?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about movies at a cafe.
- 志强 Zhiqiang你最近看了哈利·波特吗？Nǐ zuìjìn kànle Hālì·Bōtè ma?Have you watched Harry Potter recently?
- 晓雯 Xiaowen是的，我很喜欢那个系列。Shì de, wǒ hěn xǐhuān nàge xìliè.Yes, I really like that series.
- 志强 Zhiqiang我也觉得哈利·波特的故事很棒。Wǒ yě juédé Hālì·Bōtè de gùshì hěn bàng.I also think the Harry Potter story is great.
- 晓雯 Xiaowen那我们下次一起看吧。Nà wǒmen xià cì yīqǐ kàn ba.Then let's watch it together next time.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
