民族 (mínzú) — how to say "nation" in Chinese

Measure word: 个 (gè)

民族

Nation, ethnic group

Radicals / Keys

Square

#70 · fāng · 4 strokes

Clan

#83 · shì · 4 strokes

Examples

在这个多民族的国家里,不同民族的人们和谐地生活在一起,互相尊重彼此的文化。

In this multi-ethnic country, people of different ethnic groups live together harmoniously, respecting each other's cultures.

中国有五十六个民族

China has fifty-six ethnic groups.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "nation" in Chinese?

"nation" in Chinese is 民族 (mínzú).

What does 民族 mean in English?

民族 (mínzú) means "Nation, ethnic group".

How is 民族 pronounced?

It is pronounced mínzú (written as minzu). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.

How do you write "nation" in Chinese characters?

It is written 民族.

What HSK level is 民族?

民族 belongs to the HSK 4 vocabulary list.

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