🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

Shang

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Shang

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Shang/ʃɑːŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"La dinastia Shang è nota per i suoi progressi nella metallurgia."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A historical Chinese dynasty known for its advancements in metallurgy and writing.

    "The Shang dynasty is often credited with the development of early Chinese civilization."
  2. 2

    A term used to refer to the cultural and historical legacy of the Shang dynasty.

    "Many artifacts from the Shang period have been discovered in archaeological sites."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Shang' originates from the Chinese dynasty name, which is derived from the ancient Chinese word for 'to rise' or 'to ascend'. The Shang dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BC) is known for its advances in bronze casting and writing, marking a significant period in Chinese history.

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