sou1 lyun4蘇聯苏联
Jyutpingsou1 lyun4
Yalesōu lyùhn
Definition
The Soviet Union (USSR), a former communist state spanning Europe and Asia that dissolved in 1991.
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How it's used
Refers exclusively to the historical state that ceased to exist in 1991. When discussing modern politics or geography, people use 俄羅斯 instead. It is often used in historical or political contexts rather than casual daily small talk.
Examples
Do you know when the Soviet Union dissolved?
He used to study in the Soviet Union.
Related words
Common phrases
dissolution of the Soviet Union
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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.
