This is the 4652nd most frequent Chinese word.
熊猫
Panda.
This usage signifies '熊猫' as a specific animal, the panda, indicating preference.
我最喜欢的动物是熊猫。
My favorite animal is the panda.
Here, '熊猫' represents pandas in a general sense, emphasizing their conservation status.
在中国,熊猫是被保护的珍稀动物。
In China, pandas are protected as rare animals.
This sentence highlights '熊猫' in terms of its distinctive physical characteristics.