Synonyms for

Zhang

Verb / ʒæŋ / / ʒɑ:ŋ / Another word for zhang — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Zhang is a Chinese surname that means 'archer' or 'bowman'.

Synonyms & similar words

Chang Cheung Jang Jeong Truong Chung Chuong Thong Tong Zunger Zungri Zuniga Zunino Zunker Zupan Zurita Zurkowski Zurn Zuspan Zuzek

Synonyms by register

Formal

stretch extend spread unfurl

Informal

stretch out spread out lay out

Literary

unroll unfurl deploy

Antonyms

unfold flatten smooth straighten level

Common collocations

  • zhang a scroll
  • zhang a map
  • zhang a banner
  • zhang a rug
  • zhang a piece of paper
  • zhang out a document

Word family

verb zhang

Usage note

The word 'zhang' is primarily used in the context of unrolling or spreading out a scroll, map, or similar item. It is less common in everyday English and may sound archaic or specialized.

Example sentences

  1. Mr. Zhang is a great teacher.
  2. I met a boy named Zhang at the park.
  3. Zhang is a very common surname in China.
  4. My friend's mom's maiden name is Zhang.
  5. There is a famous Chinese actress named Zhang Ziyi.

Quotes

  • 'I am not a Zhang, but I am a Xia.' - Xiaoming Wang
  • 'Zhang is an archer's name, and archery is a traditional Chinese skill.' - Zhang Jin

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