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Meaning of bianzhong | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈbi.ænˈd͡ʒɔŋ

Definitions

A set of bronze bells played to provide melody, of ancient Chinese origin.

Equivalents

日本語 編鐘
한국어 편종
Tiếng Việt biện chứng

Examples

“The bianzhong (編鐘) is an ancient Chinese musical instrument consisting of 65 chime bells. Because it was only used for performances at the imperial court, it came to be known as the “instrument of kings” (王者之器).”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Biao biapenem biarc biarchy biarmosuchian Biaroza

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