Definition
港 (Gǎng) as a standalone noun almost always refers to Hong Kong (the city/region). For the general meaning of 'port' or 'harbor', use 港口 (gǎngkǒu) or 港湾 (gǎngwān) instead. 大陆 (Dàlù) means mainland China, contrasting with Hong Kong.
noun
Hong Kong (abbreviation)surname Gang
Easily confused
- 巷xiànglook-alikelane, alley
- 刚gāngsound-alikejust (a short while ago; indicating an action happened moments before)
- 缸gāngsound-alikejar, vat (large container for liquids or grains)
Examples
- 。Wǒ dǎsuàn qù XiāngGǎng lǚxíng.I plan to travel to Hong Kong.
- 港。Gǎng bì duì rénmínbì shēngzhí le.The Hong Kong dollar has appreciated against the renminbi.
- 港。Gǎng dǎo de jiāotōng fēicháng fāngbiàn.Transportation on Hong Kong Island is very convenient.
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