sam2瀋沈
Jyutpingsam2
Yalesám
Definition
Abbreviation for Shenyang, China; or liquid and juice.
- abbreviation for Shenyang, Liaoning
- literaryliquid; juice; gravy
writtenplaces
How it's used
Primarily functions as a geographical abbreviation for Shenyang in formal contexts like news headlines, train schedules, or license plates. Outside of these specific administrative or shorthand uses, it is rarely used in everyday spoken Cantonese to refer to the city. The meaning related to liquid is archaic or highly specialized and is not encountered in modern colloquial speech.
Examples
He is going to Shenyang for a business trip next month.
This place is abbreviated as Shen.
Related words
Common phrases
Shenyang City
Common mistake
Learners should avoid using this character in casual conversation to refer to Shenyang, as it sounds overly formal or like reading from a newspaper. Use the full name 瀋陽 instead to sound natural.
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