Common Meanings
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xiāng湘
Xiang River: A major river in southern China, originating in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, flowing through Hunan Province, and emptying into Dongting Lake.
湘江两岸的景色美不胜收。
The scenery along both banks of the Xiang River is breathtaking.
An abbreviation for Hunan Province, often used in names of local specialties or cultural aspects, such as Xiang embroidery (湘绣), Xiang opera (湘剧), Hunan cuisine (湘菜), or Xiang dialect (湘语).
许多游客都喜欢品尝正宗的湘菜。
Many tourists enjoy tasting authentic Hunan cuisine.