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Yaleleuht
Definition
The Lisu ethnic group of Yunnan province.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Lisu ethnic group, primarily found in Yunnan and parts of Southeast Asia. It is almost exclusively used in formal or academic contexts when discussing Chinese ethnic minorities, as it is not a group commonly encountered in daily Hong Kong life.
Examples
The Lisu people are a very special ethnic group.
Related words
Common phrases
Lisu ethnic group
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