How to Say China in Chinese

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Say the word "zhong" (pronounced as jhong).

   This should be pronounced in the first tone, a longer sustained, level pitch.
   
   This means "central"
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   Step 2: Follow it by saying the word "guo" (pronounced gwo).

   This word may be longer than the first character because it is pronounced with a second (rising) tone.
   
   Make sure that "goo" and the "oh" maintain continuity and are not pronounced as separate words.
   
   This means "country, nation"
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   Step 3: Now say both the words together as "zhongguo"

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   Step 4: and that's how you say China in Chinese.

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