gwong2 dung1廣東广东
Jyutpinggwong2 dung1
Yalegwóng dūng
Definition
Guangdong; a province in southeastern China, with Guangzhou as its capital.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the province, but in casual conversation, people often use it to describe the broader cultural region associated with Cantonese speakers. It is distinct from the term 廣州, which refers only to the capital city. When discussing the language or culture, speakers might use 粵 instead of the full name.
Examples
Do your family members live in Guangdong?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to the city of Guangzhou, as that is a common mistake for learners who confuse the province name with its capital.
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Grammar guides
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