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Chiang

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Chiang (name) means a Chinese surname, romanized from Mandarin, a variant of Jiang. Example: “Chiang is best known from the name of the Nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek.”

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A Chinese surname, romanized from Mandarin, a variant of Jiang.
"Chiang is best known from the name of the Nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek."
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Etymology

From the Wade-Giles romanization of Mandarin 江 (Jiāng), meaning "river".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Chiang” mean?
The word “Chiang” means a Chinese surname, romanized from Mandarin, a variant of Jiang.
How do you pronounce “Chiang”?
“Chiang” is pronounced jyäng.
How do you use “Chiang” in a sentence?
Here is “Chiang” used in a sentence: “Chiang is best known from the name of the Nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek.”
What part of speech is “Chiang”?
“Chiang” is a name.
Is “Chiang” a common word?
“Chiang” is an uncommon word in modern English.