1. 吸血鬼 (xī xuè guǐ): This is the most common and direct translation of "vampire," literally meaning "blood-sucking ghost." It's widely understood and used in various contexts.
2. 僵屍 (jiāng shī): This literally means "stiff corpse" and refers to the Chinese zombie, which shares some similarities with vampires, such as feeding on blood. However, it doesn't fully encompass all aspects of the Western vampire archetype.
3. 夜魔 (yè mó): This translates to "night demon," which evokes a sense of mystery and fear associated with vampires. It's more poetic and less direct than "xī xuè guǐ."
4. 吸血鬼伯爵 (xī xuè guǐ bó jué): This literally means "blood-sucking ghost count," specifically referring to the noble vampire. It's used when you want to emphasize the aristocratic aspect of the vampire.
5. Other options: You can also find other terms like "血族 (xuè zú)" which means "blood clan," or "黑暗之影 (hēi àn zhī yǐng)" meaning "shadow of darkness," depending on the specific context.
The best way to choose the right translation is to consider the specific context and what aspects of the vampire you want to emphasize.