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Definition of nanning

nanning

/ˈnɑːn.nɪŋ/
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nanning Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital and largest city of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China, celebrated for its warm, tropical climate and abundant lush foliage.

Example

"Due to its extensive parks and tropical flora, Nanning is widely known as the 'Green City' of China."

• Nearby Words

nandina
nanga parbat
nanjing
nanning
nannyberry
nanocomposite
nanocrystal

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Mandarin Chinese Nánníng (南宁), which literally translates to 'Southern Tranquility' or 'Southern Peace'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nanning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nanning
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