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Shenzhen

shuhn-CHUHN

Shenzhen (noun) means a major city in southeastern China, just north of Hong Kong, known for its rapid growth as a tech and manufacturing hub. Example: “Many electronics startups choose to manufacture their prototypes in Shenzhen.”

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noun

A major city in southeastern China, just north of Hong Kong, known for its rapid growth as a tech and manufacturing hub.

"Many electronics startups choose to manufacture their prototypes in Shenzhen."

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In plain EnglishA large Chinese city famous for electronics manufacturing and tech industry.

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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.

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Etymology

From Mandarin, literally "deep irrigation ditch."

Frequently asked questions

What does “Shenzhen” mean?

The word “Shenzhen” means a major city in southeastern China, just north of Hong Kong, known for its rapid growth as a tech and manufacturing hub. In plain terms, a large Chinese city famous for electronics manufacturing and tech industry.

How do you pronounce “Shenzhen”?

“Shenzhen” is pronounced shuhn-CHUHN (/ˌʃəːnˈtʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Shenzhen” in a sentence?

Here is “Shenzhen” used in a sentence: “Many electronics startups choose to manufacture their prototypes in Shenzhen.”

What part of speech is “Shenzhen”?

“Shenzhen” is a noun.

Is “Shenzhen” a common word?

“Shenzhen” is an uncommon word in modern English.