dung1 naam4 aa3東南亞东南亚
Jyutpingdung1 naam4 aa3
Yaledūng nàahm a
Definition
Southeast Asia, comprising the Indochina Peninsula and the surrounding archipelagos.
neutralplacestravel
How it's used
Refers specifically to the region including the Indochinese Peninsula and the Malay Archipelago. It is frequently used in the context of tourism, food, and regional economic cooperation. When discussing specific countries, locals often name the country directly rather than using the regional term.
Examples
He really likes traveling to Southeast Asia.
Which country in Southeast Asia do you think is the most fun?
Related words
Common phrases
Southeast Asian countries
Southeast Asian cuisine
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Grammar guides
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