liu4遼辽
Jyutpingliu4
Yalelìuh
Definition
The Liao dynasty (916–1125), established by the Khitans during the Song and Jin periods in Chinese history.
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How it's used
Historical terms like 遼 are almost exclusively used in academic or formal contexts rather than daily conversation. When discussing this period, speakers often contrast it with the contemporary 宋 to highlight the geopolitical tension of the era. It is rarely used as a standalone noun without adding 朝 or 代 to clarify that it refers to the dynasty.
Examples
The history of the Liao Dynasty is actually quite complex.
Do you know what conflicts existed between the Liao and the Song?
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