Chinese

mínzú
Meaning: nation; nationality; ethnic group
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

民
族

Example sentences

Every ethnic group has its own culture.
尊師重道是中華民族的優良傳統。
尊师重道是中华民族的优良传统。
Respecting teachers and valuing education is a fine Chinese tradition.
每個民族都有其獨特的傳統習俗。
每个民族都有其独特的传统习俗。
Every ethnic group has its own unique traditional customs.
勤儉節約是中華民族的優良風尚。
勤俭节约是中华民族的优良风尚。
Diligence and thrift are fine social customs of the Chinese nation.

Usage Notes

Refers to a community of people who share a common culture, language, or history.

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