东
east; host; owner
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
east; the eastern direction
One of the four cardinal directions. Often used in place names and phrases describing direction.
The sun rises from the east.
He lives in the eastern part of the city.
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The great river flows eastward, its waves washing away countless heroes of ages past.
The east wind blows, and the weather becomes warmer.
This mountain is to the east of the village.
noun
owner; host; master
neutralDerived from ancient seating etiquette where the host sat in the east. Now used in words for owner or host.
He is a shareholder in this company.
The landlord is very nice and rarely raises the rent.
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The owner of this shop is very enthusiastic.
In ancient banquets, the host sat in the eastern seat.
He is not only an employee but also a minor shareholder in the company.
noun
host; the one who treats or pays
informalRefers to the person who treats guests or pays for a meal/event. Often in the phrase 做东.
I'll be the host today and treat everyone to hot pot.
It's your turn to host this gathering.
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Don't be polite, you're the guest, I'm the host.
After winning money, he generously played the host once.
We made a bet: whoever loses has to host and buy coffee.
noun
a surname
A common Chinese surname.
Mr. Dong is our new neighbor.
I have a friend whose surname is Dong.
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Mr. Dongguo is a famous fable character.
Do you know the writer Keigo Higashino?
The surname Dong ranks near the end in the Hundred Family Surnames.