zin3 gwok3戰國战国
Jyutpingzin3 gwok3
Yalejin gwok
Definition
The Warring States period, referring either to Chinese or Japanese history.
- The Warring States period of China (475–221 BC)
- The Sengoku (Warring States) period of Japan (1467–1587)
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the era in Chinese history marked by constant warfare between rival states before the unification under Qin. While it is a formal historical term, it is frequently referenced in popular culture, including historical dramas and strategy games. When discussing the Japanese equivalent, it is common to explicitly add 日本 to avoid confusion with the Chinese period.
Examples
I really like reading history books about the Warring States period.
Related words
Common phrases
the Seven Warring States
the Warring States period
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