东晋
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Meaning: Eastern Jin Dynasty
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东晋
东晋 (dōng jìn) refers to the Eastern Jin Dynasty, a historical Chinese dynasty that ruled from 317 to 420 CE. It was established by the remnants of the Western Jin after the fall of the western capital and moved its capital to Jiankang (modern-day Nanjing).
The character 东 (dōng) means 'east,' and 晋 (jìn) is both a name of a state and a dynastic title. Together, 东晋 literally means 'Eastern Jin,' indicating its geographic location relative to the earlier Western Jin.
Understanding 东晋 helps learners grasp Chinese history and dynastic naming conventions. It is often studied in the context of the Sixteen Kingdoms period and the southern dynasties, and it appears in historical texts, academic discussions, and cultural references.
Example Sentences
东晋时期，南方的经济得到了很大的发展。
During the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the economy in the south experienced significant growth.
历史学家研究了东晋时期的书法艺术。
Historians have studied the calligraphy art of the Eastern Jin Dynasty.