ce1 san4車臣车臣
Jyutpingce1 san4
Yalechē sàhn
Definition
Chechnya; an autonomous republic of the Russian Federation located in the Caucasus region.
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How it's used
Geographical names of this type are treated as proper nouns and typically do not require a specific classifier when mentioned in conversation. It is almost exclusively used in formal, political, or news contexts rather than daily casual chatter, reflecting its status as a specific geopolitical region.
Examples
They went to Chechnya for a trip.
Related words
Common phrases
Chechen Republic
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
