sin1 ceon4先秦
Jyutpingsin1 ceon4
Yalesīn chèuhn
Definition
Pre-Qin period; the era in Chinese history prior to the establishment of the Qin dynasty in 221 BC.
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How it's used
Academic and historical discussions often use this term to demarcate the era before the unification of China. It serves as a broad chronological marker rather than a specific cultural label. Speakers typically use it in formal or educational contexts like history lectures or museum visits.
Examples
This book talks a lot about history from the pre-Qin period.
Are you interested in pre-Qin culture?
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Common phrases
pre-Qin period
pre-Qin culture
pre-Qin philosophers
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