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Jin state; Jin dynasty; Shanxi别称; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesproper noun
Jin, a state during the Zhou Dynasty
literaryRefers to an ancient Chinese state during the Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE).
The Jin state was one of the major feudal states during the Spring and Autumn Period.
Historically, the territory of the Jin state included most of present-day Shanxi Province.
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Duke Wen of Jin was one of the Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn Period.
The Jin state later split into three states: Han, Zhao, and Wei.
The Zuo Zhuan records many historical events related to the Jin state.
proper noun
Jin Dynasty
literaryRefers to several Chinese dynasties, including Western Jin (265–316), Eastern Jin (317–420), and Later Jin (936–947).
The Western Jin Dynasty was founded in 265 AD by Sima Yan.
During the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the north was陷入 war and chaos, and a large population migrated south.
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The Book of Jin is a biographical history book recording the history of the Jin Dynasty.
The Later Jin was a short-lived dynasty during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period.
Jin Dynasty literature holds an important position in Chinese literary history.
proper noun
abbreviation for Shanxi Province
formalCommonly used as an abbreviation for Shanxi Province in China.
Jin opera is a traditional opera genre of Shanxi Province.
Jin merchants were one of the famous merchant groups in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
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Jinci Temple is a famous historical site in Taiyuan, Shanxi Province.
Jin Chinese is a dialect spoken in Shanxi Province and surrounding areas.
He comes from southern Shanxi and speaks with a distinct local accent.
proper noun
a surname
Refers to the Chinese surname Jin.
Mr. Jin is the legal advisor of our company.
The surname Jin is not very common in China.
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My friend Jin Hua is coming to see me tomorrow.
The surname Jin originated from the ancient Jin state.
Teacher Jin has been teaching us history for five years.