a decorative knot tied with two loops and two ends, resembling a butterfly

the roof iris (Iris tectorum), a perennial herb with flowers that resemble butterflies in shape

same as [[扬琴|揚琴|yang2 qin2]], a hammered dulcimer

papillon (lapdog with butterfly-like ears)

butterfly effect (dynamical systems theory)

crispy butterfly-shaped puff pastry or flaky short-crust biscuit

Mandarin ducks and butterflies, traditionally used as symbols for pairs of lovers.

A popular Chinese literary school in the early 20th century known for sentimental romance, often criticized by socialist realists for its populist nature.