Translation guide
The Song dynasty (960–1279) was a major Chinese imperial dynasty. In Japanese, it is referred to as 宋 (そう), often with the suffix 王朝 (おうちょう) or 時代 (じだい).
Referring to the Song dynasty as a historical period or political entity.
The standard name for the Song dynasty. Often used in historical contexts.
宋は960年から1279年まで続いた。
The Song dynasty lasted from 960 to 1279.
Explicitly means 'Song dynasty', using the word for dynasty.
The culture of the Song dynasty developed greatly.
Means 'Song period' or 'Song era', emphasizing the time frame.
The ceramics of the Song period are famous.
Distinguishing between the Northern Song (960–1127) and Southern Song (1127–1279) periods.
南宋は杭州に都を置いた。
The Southern Song established its capital in Hangzhou.