name

Xiang

shee-ahng

Xiang (name) means a Chinese given name and surname, also the name of a major river and dialect group in China. Example: “The Xiang River flows through Hunan province.”

name

A Chinese given name and surname, also the name of a major river and dialect group in China.

"The Xiang River flows through Hunan province."

Word forms

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The _____ River flows through Hunan province.

Etymology

From the Hanyu Pinyin romanization of Mandarin 湘 (Xiāng).

Rhymes for Xiang

liang Jiang Qiang Niang Chiang

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Xiang” mean?

The word “Xiang” means a Chinese given name and surname, also the name of a major river and dialect group in China.

How do you pronounce “Xiang”?

“Xiang” is pronounced shee-ahng (/ʃiɑŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Xiang” in a sentence?

Here is “Xiang” used in a sentence: “The Xiang River flows through Hunan province.”

What part of speech is “Xiang”?

“Xiang” is a name.

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