Hangzhou
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Name — A city in eastern China, the capital of Zhejiang province and a former imperial capital.
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Etymology
From the Mandarin pronunciation of the Chinese characters for the city, historically the seat of a prefecture called Hang.
Full origin of Hangzhou →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hangzhou” mean?
The word “Hangzhou” means a city in eastern China, the capital of Zhejiang province and a former imperial capital. In plain terms, a historic Chinese city known for West Lake and its silk and tea trade.
How do you pronounce “Hangzhou”?
“Hangzhou” is pronounced hahng-JOH (/ˌhɑŋˈd͡ʒoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hangzhou” in a sentence?
Here is “Hangzhou” used in a sentence: “Marco Polo reportedly described Hangzhou as one of the finest cities in the world.”
What part of speech is “Hangzhou”?
“Hangzhou” is a name.
Where does the word “Hangzhou” come from?
The word “Hangzhou” comes from Chinese. From the Mandarin pronunciation of the Chinese characters for the city, historically the seat of a prefecture called Hang.
Related words
Hampcheu
Hang-chau
Hang-chou
Hangcheu
Hangchoo
Hangchou
Hangchow
Hangtchoo
Hangtchou
