孔雀王朝

Mandarin · pinyin Kǒng què Wáng cháo

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  1. Maurya Dynasty of India (322-185 BC)
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孔
kǒng · opening, hole, orifice; great
雀
què · sparrow
王
wáng · king, ruler; royal; surname
朝
cháo · dynasty; morning
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3–4–2–2 · Kong3 que4 Wang2 chao2

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hung2 zoek3 wong4 ciu4

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  1. Maurya Empire of India

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