gong1 biu2江表
Jyutpinggong1 biu2
Yalegōng bíu
Definition
Jiangbiao, a historical name for the region along the south bank of the Yangtze River.
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How it's used
Refers to a historical and literary geographical term rather than a common conversational location. It is mostly encountered in historical texts, period dramas, or formal descriptions of Chinese geography. Using it in casual daily speech might sound overly academic or archaic.
Examples
They plan to travel to the area south of the Yangtze River.
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Grammar guides
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