English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
name

Xiang

shee-ahng
Quiz me More like this

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
1
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."
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like Xiang.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice

Word forms

Plural
Xiangs
Test yourself on “Xiang” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

The _____ River flows through Hunan province.

Etymology

This name comes from the Hanyu Pinyin romanisation of Mandarin 湘 (Xiāng).

Rhymes for Xiang

See all rhymes for Xiang →

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.

Featured in