Chinese
jīhuāng
Meaning: famine
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

由於嚴重的乾旱,該地區爆發了大規模的饑荒。
由于严重的干旱,该地区爆发了大规模的饥荒。
Due to the severe drought, a large-scale famine broke out in the region.
為了應對饑荒,政府儲存了大量的糧食。
In order to cope with famine, the government stored a large amount of grain.

Usage Notes

Refers to a widespread scarcity of food, typically caused by crop failure or war.

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