noun Uncommon

Guangzhou

kwang-CHOH

Guangzhou (noun) means a large port city in southern China, capital of Guangdong province. Example: “Guangzhou has been a trading port for over a thousand years.”

noun

A large port city in southern China, capital of Guangdong province.

"Guangzhou has been a trading port for over a thousand years."

How to use Guangzhou

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe capital city of Guangdong province, historically known in English as Canton.

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_____ has been a trading port for over a thousand years.

Etymology

From Mandarin Guǎngzhōu, meaning roughly "expansive district."

Synonyms

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Canton Kuangchou Kwangchow

Related words

province canton kwangchow billet

Rhymes for Guangzhou

ou you fou sou IOU Lou kou mou Zou Vou Hou thou

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Guangzhou” mean?

The word “Guangzhou” means a large port city in southern China, capital of Guangdong province. In plain terms, the capital city of Guangdong province, historically known in English as Canton.

How do you pronounce “Guangzhou”?

“Guangzhou” is pronounced kwang-CHOH (/ˈkwɑŋˈt͡ʃoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Guangzhou” in a sentence?

Here is “Guangzhou” used in a sentence: “Guangzhou has been a trading port for over a thousand years.”

What part of speech is “Guangzhou”?

“Guangzhou” is a noun.

Is “Guangzhou” a common word?

“Guangzhou” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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