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Definition of myitnge
myitnge
/mjɪtˈŋeɪ/
myit · nge
myitnge Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in central Myanmar (Burma) and a primary tributary of the Irrawaddy River, flowing from the Shan State plateau to join the main river near the ancient capital of Amarapura.
Example
"The construction of the Yeywa Hydropower Station on the Myitnge River significantly increased the region's electricity supply."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Burmese words 'myit' (river) and 'nge' (small or little), reflecting its status as a tributary compared to the massive Irrawaddy River.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Myitnge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/myitnge