Taichung
- proper noun
- The Taichung metropolis, with nearly 2.5 million residents, is located in the Taichung Basin in central Taiwan.
- Taichung metropolis
- Taichung, Taiwan
- University in Taichung
Examples
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James Soong began his campaign by taking leave from office and lighting a "fire of victory" at his headquarters in Taichung.
Academic text (1995) -
Fistfights broke out among candidates in Kaohsiung and Taichung.
Academic text (1992) -
Referred to college students enrolled at China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
Academic text (2008) -
The first forum of its kind for a gubernatorial election was held on 9 November in Taichung, with approximately 10,000 people (plus 3,000 police) attending.
Academic text (1995) -
The two medical centers were Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, located in northern Taiwan, and Tungs' Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital in central Taiwan.
Academic text (2009) -
Chen Ting-nan also began his campaign in Taichung, with a drumbeat to mark the beginning of the twenty-five-day campaign and by "declaring war on the incumbent governor."
Academic text (1995) -
Ju spoke first, attacking incumbent Governor Soong and DPP candidate Chen, and calling for converting the Taichung military airport into an international one and building a rapid transit system.
Academic text (1995) -
I visited Taichung last summer and was amazed by its vibrant culture and delicious street food.
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One of the largest night markets in Taiwan is located in Taichung, attracting both locals and tourists.
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The educational institutions in Taichung are highly regarded, offering various programs for students.
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Taichung comes from Chinese parts Tai (as in Taiwan) and chung, which means 'middle' or 'central'. So Taichung is the 'middle of Taiwan', a fitting name for a city in the island's central region.