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.
The Song dynasty lasted from 960 to 1279.
Explicitly means 'Song dynasty', using the word for dynasty.
宋王朝の文化は非常に発展した。
The culture of the Song dynasty developed greatly.
Means 'Song period' or 'Song era', emphasizing the time frame.
宋時代の陶磁器は有名です。
The ceramics of the Song period are famous.
Distinguishing between the Northern Song (960–1127) and Southern Song (1127–1279) periods.
Northern Song dynasty.
北宋の首都は開封でした。
The capital of the Northern Song was Kaifeng.
Southern Song dynasty.
The Southern Song established its capital in Hangzhou.