gwai3 zau1貴州贵州
Jyutpinggwai3 zau1
Yalegwai jāu
Definition
Guizhou, a province in southwestern China. Its capital is Guiyang.
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How it's used
Refers to a province in southwestern China known for its mountainous terrain and diverse ethnic minority cultures. When discussing travel or geography, it is often mentioned alongside neighbouring regions like 廣西 or 雲南. The abbreviation 黔 is frequently used in formal contexts or official names of institutions related to the province.
Examples
Have you ever been to Guizhou for a trip?
The scenery in Guizhou is really beautiful.
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