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Dynasty in Chinese

dynasty · HSK 6

朝代 cháo dài

  1. 朝 cháo toward
  2. 代 dài generation

中国历史上有很多朝代。 There have been many dynasties in Chinese history.

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How do you say dynasty in Chinese?

Dynasty in Chinese is 朝代 (cháo dài). You can also say 朝 (cháo).

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