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东
dōng
Description
“东”是一个方向词，指太阳升起来的那一边。
"东" is a directional word referring to the side where the sun rises.
我们常说“东边”“东方”，也用在很多城市和国家的名字里。
We often say "东边" and "东方", and it is also used in many city and country names.
Meanings
东dōng
east; the eastern direction
太阳从东边升起来。
The sun rises in the east.
东dōng
host; owner (as in landlord or treat-giver)
今天我做东，请大家吃饭。
I'm hosting today; everyone, please eat.
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Notes
- Nuance
东 alone rarely stands as a full word; usually paired, e.g. 东边, 东方.
- Etymology
in 做东/房东, 东 means host or owner, from ancient seating customs.
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