No. 3,731 in Chinese
谭
"谭" means "talk" or "conversation" and is also used as a surname.
In a sentence
我最近读了一篇关于谭姓文化的文章。
I recently read an article about the culture of the Tan family name.
Here, "谭" is used as a surname, indicating its cultural or genealogical significance.
他是一个出色的谭家菜厨师。
He is an excellent chef specializing in Tan-family cuisine.
In this sentence, "谭" refers to a specific style or designation associated with food, highlighting its connection to a broader cultural context.
《谭谈交通》是我喜欢的一档电视节目。
'Tan Talks Traffic' is a TV program I enjoy.
The word "谭" here is part of a title, used as a character to present a thematic concept or individual related to communication and traffic.
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