chu kiang
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A river in southeast China: "Chu Kiang" is the name of a major river system in southern China, historically and commonly referred to in English as the Pearl River. It flows through Guangdong province and empties into the South China Sea.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Chu Kiang delta is a vital economic region. (The Pearl River delta is a vital economic region.)
- Several large cities, including Guangzhou, are located along the Chu Kiang. (Several large cities, including Guangzhou, are located along the Pearl River.)
Advanced Usage
- "The Chu Kiang Delta": Refers specifically to the large, densely populated and industrialized delta region where the river flows into the South China Sea. It is a major hub for manufacturing and trade.
- Shenzhen's rapid growth is linked to its position in the Chu Kiang Delta. (Shenzhen's rapid growth is linked to its position in the Pearl River Delta.)
Variants and Related Words
Pearl River: The common English name for the "Chu Kiang" river system.
- The Pearl River is the third longest river in China.
Zhujiang: The modern Pinyin romanization of the Chinese name for the same river (珠江).
- Zhujiang is another name for the Pearl River.
Synonyms
- Pearl River: The direct and most frequently used English synonym.
- Zhujiang: The modern Mandarin Chinese name in romanized form.
Noun
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a river in southeast China that flows into the South China Sea
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