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Chine: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ
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chine

 

[ หˆtสƒaษชnษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geography, culture

China is a country in East Asia, known for its rich history, diverse culture, and significant influence on global affairs. It is the most populous country in the world and has a rapid pace of economic development.

Synonyms

Chinese mainland, People's Republic of China

Examples of usage

  • China is home to the Great Wall.
  • The cuisine of China is famous worldwide.
  • China has a rich tapestry of historical monuments.
Context #2 | Noun

ceramics

Chine refers to a fine, high-quality porcelain originally made in China. It is prized for its strength, translucence, and ability to be finely detailed.

Synonyms

china, porcelain

Examples of usage

  • This vase is made from exquisite chine.
  • The collection features antique chine from the Ming dynasty.
  • Chine items are often collected as art pieces.

Translations

Translations of the word "chine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น China

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅ€เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช China

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Cina

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะšะธั‚ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Chiny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธญๅ›ฝ (ใกใ‚…ใ†ใ”ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Chine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ China

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ร‡in

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ค‘๊ตญ (์ค‘๊ตญ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุตูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ฤŒรญna

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤŒรญna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธญๅ›ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Kitajska

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Kรญna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าšั‹ั‚ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ร‡in

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ China

Etymology

The term 'China' is derived from the Persian word 'Chin', which in turn comes from the Sanskrit 'Cฤซnฤ' referring to the Qin dynasty. The designation has been used since ancient times to refer to the region and its people. Throughout history, China has been influential not just in Asia but across the world, shaping trade routes, cultural exchanges, and philosophical thought. The invention of porcelain during the Han dynasty further solidified its association with high-quality ceramics, giving rise to the term 'china' for fine dinnerware and pottery. The name 'China' itself has evolved through various languages and cultures, symbolizing the country's rich heritage and civilization that dates back thousands of years.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,569, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.