si1 cau4 zi1 lou6絲綢之路丝绸之路
Jyutpingsi1 cau4 zi1 lou6
Yalesī chàuh jī louh
Definition
The Silk Road; the ancient overland trade route connecting China with Asia, Europe, and Africa.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in historical or academic contexts rather than daily casual conversation. While it refers to a specific ancient trade route, it is often invoked in modern political or economic discussions regarding regional connectivity. It is almost always referred to by its full name, though the abbreviation 絲路 is common in headlines or titles.
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Do you know how the Silk Road was formed?
Related words
Common phrases
re-traveling the Silk Road
Silk Road Economic Belt
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