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“old town” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyingǔ chéng

Example

节日期间,古城很热闹。jié rì qī jiān gǔ chéng hěn rè nào

During the holiday, the old town is lively.

Illustration for 古城 (old town)

How to say “old town” in Chinese

“Old town” in Chinese is 古城 (gǔ chéng).

The older heart of a city, with its traditional streets and surviving heritage.

Full entry for 古城: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 古城

我们周末去古城走走吧。wǒ men zhōu mò qù gǔ chéng zóu zǒu ba

Let's go for a walk in the old town this weekend.

Tips for using 古城

  • When discussing sightseeing, this word often identifies an area to visit rather than the name of the whole present-day city.

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