南极洲 Nánjízhōu Antarctica
How to remember 南极洲: 南 south + 极 extremely + 洲 continent = Antarctica.
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How it is used
- The continent of Antarctica - 南极洲考察 (Nánjízhōu kǎochá) an Antarctic expedition.
- Formed as 南极 (South Pole) + 洲 (continent); distinguish 南极 (the South Pole itself) from 南极洲 (the whole landmass).
- Proper geographic noun.