Tiongkok

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Indonesian

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Etymology

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From Hokkien 中國中国 (Tiong-kok).

Pronunciation

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Proper noun

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Tiongkok

  1. China: the principal state in this country, including (historical) an empire under various dynasties and (since 1949) the People's Republic of China.
    Hyponyms: Republik Rakyat Tiongkok, Republik Tiongkok

Adjective

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Tiongkok

  1. Chinese (of, from, or related to the People's Republic of China)

Usage notes

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This word is restored for Indonesian official government use as the presidential decision was passed and replaced Cina (China).[1] This guide is followed by most Indonesian-language mass media.

Synonyms

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  • (China): Cina (now possibly derogatory)
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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Pencabutan Surat Edaran Presidium Kabinet Ampera Nomor SE-06/PRES.KAB/6/1967, Tanggal 28 Juni 1967. 2014. (Keputusan Presiden Nomor 12 Tahun 2014).

Further reading

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