DictionaryChinaEast Asian country
proper noun

China

the East Asian country whose capital is Beijing

The map shows China in East Asia.

Etymology

The country name reached European usage through Asian names such as Persian Chin. Its deeper connection with the Qin dynasty is often proposed but is not certain.

More examples

  • She traveled across China by train.
  • The collection includes pottery made in China.
  • They studied the history of China.

Forms

China