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    Referring to the Qin state with 秦国 (Qínguó)

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    秦国 as a proper noun

    Explanation

    The noun 秦国 (Qínguó) refers to the State of Qin, one of the most powerful kingdoms during China's Warring States period. It eventually unified China under its ruler, who became Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor. Use 秦国 when discussing ancient Chinese history, particularly the era leading up to the unification of China in 221 BCE.

    Examples

    • 秦国是战国时期最强大的国家之一。

      Qín Guó shì Zhànguó shíqī zuì qiángdà de guójiā zhī yī.

      The State of Qin was one of the most powerful states during the Warring States period.

    • 秦国最终统一了中国，建立了第一个中央集权的王朝。

      Qín Guó zuìzhōng tǒngyī le Zhōngguó, jiànlì le dì yī gè zhōngyāng jíquán de wángcháo.

      The State of Qin ultimately unified China and established the first centralized dynasty.

    • 很多历史剧都讲述了秦国崛起的故事。

      Hěn duō lìshǐ jù dōu jiǎngshù le Qín Guó juéqǐ de gùshi.

      Many historical dramas tell the story of the rise of the State of Qin.

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