The translation of "dragon" in English is indeed controversial, mainly focusing on whether "dragon" should be translated as "dragon" or "loong". This problem does not stem from the confusion of recent years, in fact, it has been a concern since China's "dragon" went global.
First, let's look at the English translation of "dragon" as "dragon". This translation follows the stereotype of the Western dragon of the Eastern, or rather, it is a translation imposed on the Oriental dragon by Europeans according to their own culture and understanding. In traditional European culture, the "dragon" is usually depicted as a **, powerful, and terrifying existence, which is far from the image of the dragon in Eastern culture as auspicious, mysterious, powerful, and majestic. Therefore, from this point of view, "dragon" does not convey the connotation and symbolism of the oriental dragon very well.
As a result, some people have proposed translating "dragon" as "loong". While maintaining the syllable correspondence with "dragon", this translated name is also closer to the image and symbolism of "dragon" in Chinese culture. At the same time, "loong" does not cause negative associations in English, which helps to convey a positive image of Chinese culture.
But it's worth noting that "loong" isn't a word that already exists in English, but a newly coined word. Its pronunciation and spelling in English may require further adaptation and acceptance. In addition, to change the English translation of "dragon" from "dragon" to "loong", it needs to be widely promoted and popularized in various occasions and media.
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To sum up, the English translation of the name "dragon" is a complex issue that requires consideration of many factors. Despite the controversy, as Chinese culture gradually spreads and becomes more influential, "loong" may become a more widely accepted translation.