滇
short for Yunnan; surname
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
short for Yunnan Province; alternative name for Yunnan
Used in compound words and place names related to Yunnan Province, often preserving historical or literary flavor.
Dianhong tea is a world-famous premium black tea.
The Sichuan-Yunnan Highway connects the two provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.
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Dianchi Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan.
Dian cuisine is famous for its sour and spicy flavors.
Dian opera is a local theatrical genre of Yunnan.
noun
surname; family name Dian
A rare Chinese surname originating from ancient Yunnan. Historically associated with the Dian Kingdom during the Han dynasty.
Mr. Dian is the general manager of our company.
My surname is Dian; it is a very rare family name.
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The Dian family was very prestigious in Yunnan history.
Her name is Dian Xiaomei; it is a very special name.
The Dian surname originated from the ancient Dian Kingdom.