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Definition
Cross-Strait relations; the relations between mainland China and Taiwan.
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How it's used
This term is used almost exclusively in formal political discourse, news reporting, and academic analysis. It functions as a set phrase to describe the geopolitical situation between the mainland and Taiwan, rather than a literal description of any two shores. You will rarely hear it in casual daily conversation unless the topic specifically turns to regional politics.
Examples
Cross-Strait relations seem to have become much more tense recently.
How do you view the future development of Cross-Strait relations?
Related words
Common phrases
tense Cross-Strait relations
development of Cross-Strait relations
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
