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Definition
The Qin Dynasty, the state of Qin, the province of Shaanxi, or the surname Chun.
- the Qin Dynasty (221–207 BC)
- the state of Qin during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods
- a Chinese surname, often transliterated as Chun or Qin
- an abbreviation for Shaanxi Province, China
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How it's used
Primarily functions as a proper noun for a surname or historical entity. When used as a surname in Hong Kong, it is almost exclusively romanized as Chun rather than the pinyin Qin. It appears frequently in historical discussions regarding the unification of China under the first emperor.
Examples
His surname is Chun, and his family calls him Ah Chun.
The history of the Qin Dynasty is a mandatory subject in school.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
