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    Referring to Belarus with 白俄罗斯 (Bái'èluósī)

    Location & Position

    Explanation

    白俄罗斯 (Bái'èluósī) is the Chinese name for Belarus, a country in Eastern Europe. The name literally translates to "White Russia," reflecting the historical etymology. Learners will encounter this term in news coverage of international politics and regional affairs.

    Examples

    • 白俄罗斯位于欧洲东部。

      Bái'éluósī wèiyú Ōuzhōu dōngbù.

      Belarus is located in Eastern Europe.

    • 他去年去了白俄罗斯出差。

      Tā qùnián qù le Bái'éluósī chūchāi.

      He went to Belarus on a business trip last year.

    • 白俄罗斯的冬天非常寒冷。

      Bái'éluósī de dōngtiān fēicháng hánlěng.

      Winters in Belarus are extremely cold.

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