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Guangdong

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Noun — A large, densely populated province on the southern coast of China, capital Guangzhou.

Synonyms

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Kwangtung

Etymology

From Mandarin Guǎngdōng, "Guang East" — paired with neighbouring Guangxi ("Guang West"). An older form of the same name gave English "Canton."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Guangdong” mean?

The word “Guangdong” means a large, densely populated province on the southern coast of China, capital Guangzhou. In plain terms, a major coastal Chinese province.

How do you pronounce “Guangdong”?

“Guangdong” is pronounced gwang-DUUNG (/ˈɡwɑŋˈdʊŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Guangdong” in a sentence?

Here is “Guangdong” used in a sentence: “Guangdong has become one of China's main manufacturing hubs.”

What part of speech is “Guangdong”?

“Guangdong” is a noun.

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