深圳

Shēnzhèn

noun

Meanings

Literally 'deep drainage ditch'. The area was historically known for its rice paddies and irrigation systems.

我在深圳工作。

Wǒ zài Shēnzhèn gōngzuò.

I work in Shenzhen.

深圳是一个现代化的城市。

Shēnzhèn shì yīgè xiàndàihuà de chéngshì.

Shenzhen is a modern city.

history

Shenzhen was one of the first Special Economic Zones established in China in the 1980s, leading to its rapid economic growth.

usage

Shenzhen is often associated with technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship in China.

深 shēn

圳 zhèn