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Mekong

MEE-kawng

Mekong (name) means a major river in Southeast Asia flowing through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Example: “Fishermen along the Mekong depend on the river's seasonal floods.”

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A major river in Southeast Asia flowing through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

"Fishermen along the Mekong depend on the river's seasonal floods."

How to use Mekong

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In plain EnglishThe name of one of Asia's longest and most important rivers.

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Etymology

From Thai, a contraction of a phrase meaning "mother river."

Frequently asked questions

What does “Mekong” mean?

The word “Mekong” means a major river in Southeast Asia flowing through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In plain terms, the name of one of Asia's longest and most important rivers.

How do you pronounce “Mekong”?

“Mekong” is pronounced MEE-kawng (/ˈmikɔŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Mekong” in a sentence?

Here is “Mekong” used in a sentence: “Fishermen along the Mekong depend on the river's seasonal floods.”

What part of speech is “Mekong”?

“Mekong” is a name.