The Chinese word 长城 translates to “the Great Wall” in English. It refers to a series of fortifications built along the northern borders of China to protect against invasions from various nomadic groups. The Great Wall is a cultural symbol of China and is often used in Chinese literature, art, and media to represent the strength and resilience of the Chinese people. Today, it is a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Translation
Noun: the Great Wall
Pronunciation
Example Sentences
| Chinese | Pinyin | Engish |
|---|---|---|
| 长城是中国最著名的古代建筑之一 | chángchéng shì zhōngguó zuì zhùmíng de gǔdài jiànzhù zhī yī | The Great Wall is one of the most famous ancient buildings in China |
| 今天我们要去长城旅游 | jīntiān wǒmen yào qù chángchéng lǚyóu | Today we are going to visit the Great Wall |
| 长城是中国的象征之一 | chángchéng shì zhōngguó de xiàngzhēng zhī yī | The Great Wall is one of the symbols of China |
| 长城的历史可以追溯到公元前7世纪 | chángchéng de lìshǐ kěyǐ zhuīsù dào gōngyuán qián qī shìjì | The history of the Great Wall can be traced back to the 7th century BC |
| 长城是世界上最长的城墙之一 | chángchéng shì shìjiè shàng zuì cháng de chéngqiáng zhī yī | The Great Wall is one of the longest walls in the world |
| 长城的修建历时几百年 | chángchéng de xiūjiàn lìshí jǐbǎi nián | The construction of the Great Wall took several hundred years |
| 长城上有很多观景台 | chángchéng shàng yǒu hěnduō guānjǐng tái | There are many observation decks on the Great Wall |
HSK
长城 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 3.
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