ng5 doi6五代
Jyutpingng5 doi6
Yaleńgh doih
Definition
The Five Dynasties period (907–960) in Chinese history between the Tang and Song dynasties.
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How it's used
Historical periods in Chinese history are often referred to by their shortened names in casual conversation. While scholars might use the full term 五代十國, people often just say 五代 when discussing the general timeline of that era. It is rarely used outside of academic or historical contexts, so it is unlikely to appear in daily small talk.
Examples
The history of the Five Dynasties period is very complicated.
Related words
Common phrases
The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
