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Definition
Abbreviation for The Chinese University of Hong Kong, or Sun Yat-sen University in Guangdong.
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
- Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) in Guangdong
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How it's used
Locals almost exclusively use this to refer to The Chinese University of Hong Kong in Shatin. While it technically also refers to Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, context usually makes the intended campus clear. It is a standard abbreviation used in both casual speech and news headlines.
Examples
He got into CUHK this year.
Are you going to the CUHK side to meet a friend?
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Common mistake
Be careful when using this in mainland China, as the ambiguity between the Hong Kong and Guangzhou campuses can lead to confusion. Always specify the location if the context is not already established.
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