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Guan - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Guan is a Chinese word meaning official or government. It refers to authority figures, bureaucratic roles, or administrative systems, often used in terms like guanxi (connections) or guanfang (official).

guan

/ɡwɑn/ /ɡwɑːn/

Definition:

A type of large seabird found in tropical regions, known for its long wings and diving habits.

Synonyms:

booby, gannet, pelican

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

landbird, songbird

Common Collocations:

soaring guan, diving guan, guan colony, guan plumage

Derivatives:

guano, guanay

Usage Tips:

Use "guan" to refer to the bird species; avoid confusion with similar-sounding words like "gun."

Common Phrases:

swift as a guan, guan's dive, flock of guans

Etymology:

Derived from Spanish "guano," originally from Quechua "wanu," meaning seabird excrement or the bird itself.

Examples:

  • 1. The guan glided effortlessly over the ocean waves.
  • 2. We spotted a rare white-tailed guan near the cliffs.
  • 3. Guan feathers are often used in traditional crafts.
  • 4. The biologist studied the guan's unique diving technique.

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