Nanning

American

[nan-ning, nahn-ning] / ˈnænˈnɪŋ, ˈnɑnˈnɪŋ /

noun

Pinyin, Wade-Giles.

a city in and the capital of Guangxi Zhuang region, in southern China.

Nanning British

/ ˈnænˈnɪŋ /

noun

a port in S China, capital of Guanxi, on the Xiang River: rail links with Vietnam. Pop: 1 395 000 (2005 est)

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Authorities in Nanning have warned that "extremely heavy rain" could hamper rescue efforts.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

Wu's firm is based in the southwestern city of Nanning, less than 150 kilometres from Vietnam.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

Near the end, “Amrum” serves up a wonderfully understated moment: Nanning is invited to celebrate the war’s end with a small group of dancing, drinking islanders.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2026

Nanning duly reports to the local doctor’s office, where he is granted a small bottle of the “medicine.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026

Afterward, I was once again chosen for the national team and selected to compete on behalf of my country at the World Championships, which would be held in Nanning, China, in October.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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