Cathay in Latin

Cathay in Latin is Cataya, Cathaya, Serica — Cathay means china, in particular medieval northern China as reached overland by the Silk Road route to Xi'an or Beijing, not recognised at the time as linked to southern China, accessed instead by sea via Guangzhou.

Cathay in Latin

Cataya

proper noun

(archaic) China, specifically medieval northern China as reached by the overland Silk Road to Xi'an or Beijing, not known at the time to be related to southern China as reached by the maritime routes to Guangzhou.

Cathaya

proper noun

Serica

proper noun

What does "Cathay" mean?

name China, in particular medieval northern China as reached overland by the Silk Road route to Xi'an or Beijing, not recognised at the time as linked to southern China, accessed instead by sea via Guangzhou.
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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Cathay" in Latin?

"Cathay" in Latin is Cataya, Cathaya, Serica. Cathay means: China, in particular medieval northern China as reached overland by the Silk Road route to Xi'an or Beijing, not recognised at the time as linked to southern China, accessed instead by sea via Guangzhou.

Are there other ways to say "Cathay" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 3 translations listed for "Cathay": Cataya, Cathaya, Serica.

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