eldest son; place name in Shanxi
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eldest son; firstborn son
Refers to the son with the highest birth order in a family. Historically carried special responsibilities in traditional Chinese family systems.
He is the eldest son in the family and learned to take care of his younger siblings from an early age.
According to tradition, the eldest son usually inherits the family business.
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They have three sons; the eldest is already married, and the youngest is still in college.
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Changzi (county-level city in Shanxi Province)
Specifically refers to Changzi County (now Changzi City) in Shanxi Province, China. When used as a proper noun, it is typically capitalized.
Changzi County is located in the southeastern part of Shanxi Province, within the jurisdiction of Changzhi City.
I've been to Changzi in Shanxi; there are many historical sites there.