Myanmar

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Definition

Proper noun: 1. A country in Southeast Asia: Myanmar is the official name for a sovereign state located in mainland Southeast Asia, bordered by Bangladesh, India, China, Laos, and Thailand, with a coastline on the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. It was historically known as Burma.

Usage Examples

• The capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw.
• Myanmar has a rich cultural heritage with many ancient temples.
• Tourism in Myanmar has grown in recent years.

Advanced Usage

• The Republic of the Union of Myanmar: This is the country's full official name.
  • Diplomatic relations were established with the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.
• Used attributively (as a modifier before another noun) to describe something originating from or related to the country.
  • Myanmar cuisine features a variety of noodle dishes.
  • The Myanmar government announced new policies.

Variants and Related Words

• Burma: The former name of the country, still used in some contexts.
• Burmese (adjective): Of or relating to Myanmar, its people, or their language.
  • She is learning the Burmese language.
• Burmese (noun): A person from Myanmar; the official language of Myanmar.

Synonyms

• Burma (historical name)

Notes on Usage

The name "Myanmar" was adopted by the country's government in 1989. While "Myanmar" is the official name used by the United Nations and in formal diplomatic contexts, the name "Burma" is still used by some governments, organizations, and individuals. The choice of term can sometimes carry political connotations.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a mountainous republic in southeastern Asia on the Bay of Bengal
   • much opium is grown in Myanmar

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Myanmar
• Union of Burma
• Burma