蔊
Han Chinese; Han dynasty; man
Meanings
6 senses · 9 examplesnoun
Han Chinese; the Chinese people
Refers to the ethnic group that constitutes the majority of China's population.
The Han ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in China.
He is a Han Chinese doctor.
noun
the Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE)
One of the most influential dynasties in Chinese history; the Chinese character script and ethnicity derive their names from this period.
The Han Dynasty was a very important dynasty in Chinese history.
Emperor Wu of Han was a famous emperor.
noun
man; fellow; guy
neutralOften used in compound words or colloquial speech; can imply a rough or tough man depending on context.
He is a tough guy.
The old man is seventy years old this year.
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Don't pay attention to that drunkard.
noun
the Milky Way
literaryLiterary or classical usage; found in compounds like 银汉 (yínhàn).
Far, far the Altair star; bright, bright the River Han girl.
noun
Chinese language
Short for 汉语 (Hànyǔ) in certain compounds, though 汉语 is the full form.
proper noun
surname Han
Used as a family name.
My teacher's surname is Han.