sung
n. C / Un. a famous family that ruled China for over 300 years, from 960 to 1279. This time is known for great art, poetry, and the invention of things like paper money.
n. a major imperial dynasty of China that reigned from 960 to 1279, divided into the Northern and Southern periods. Characterised by significant advancements in technology, philosophy, and the arts.
The Sung dynasty is famous for its beautiful green pottery.
Historians often study the Sung period to understand how early paper currency changed the way people traded goods.
The transition from the Tang to the Sung dynasty marked a shift toward a more centralized civil administration and a flourishing of Neo-Confucian thought that influenced East Asia for centuries.
When referring to the dynasty, it is a proper noun and should be capitalized. The spelling 'Song' is now more common in modern academic contexts using Pinyin.