zit3 gong1浙江
Jyutpingzit3 gong1
Yalejit gōng
Definition
Zhejiang, a province in eastern China with its capital at Hangzhou.
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How it's used
Geographical names in Cantonese often follow the same pronunciation as Mandarin, but the tone might differ slightly depending on the specific character. When referring to provinces, it is common to add 省 after the name, though it can be omitted in casual conversation if the context is clear.
Examples
I will go to Zhejiang for a business trip next month.
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