Explore the Unique Charm: Renaming Australia in Chinese Style
The image is from Yerenyu, for reference only.
[Naming and Reasons]
Australia → Iron Ridge (a nod to its abundant iron ore reserves)
Sydney → Muddy Bay (a playful homophone that also highlights the port’s characteristics)
Melbourne → Ink Fragrance Village (a vivid imagery that evokes both a literal and cultural connection)
Canberra → Kangaroo Ridge (a clever homophone that ties in with the capital’s geographical features)
Wollongong → Wolonggang (a phonetic translation that maintains the original sound)
Darwin → Da Wu Town (honoring Darwin’s groundbreaking theory of evolution)
Cairns → Kindness Port (a warm homophone that captures the tropical ambiance)
Perth → Fear Death City (a phonetic translation that reflects its remote and isolated nature)
Adelaide → Grandma’s Corner (a phonetic translation that also describes the city’s cozy terrain)
New Zealand → New West Ridge (a homophone that brings to mind the “window containing the western ridge for a thousand autumns”)
Wellington → Spring Manor (where Old English ‘welling’ means spring, and ‘ton’ means manor, creating a refreshing image)
[Surrounding Islands]
Tasmania → Horseback Island (a homophone that conjures the adventurous image of riding a horse to land)
Papua New Guinea → Octopus New Fishing Village (a creative homophone that connects to the rich marine life)
Solomon Islands → Peace Gate Archipelago (with ‘Solomon’ meaning “peace” in Hebrew, symbolizing harmony)
Norfolk Island → Farmer Island (a homophone that paints a pastoral picture)
Macquarie Island → Doughnut Island (a fun phonetic play on Macquarie, reflecting its circular oceanic topography)
Lord Howe Island → Heroic Chest Island (a phonetic translation that evokes the island’s majestic beach landscapes)
New Caledonia → New Curry Island (a homophone that hints at the flavors of South Pacific cuisine)
Auckland Islands → Oak Tree Islands (Auckland, which originally means oak tree, is a fitting name for these islands)
[Other Geographical Annotations]
Great Barrier Reef → Great Treasure Reef (a charming literal interpretation that highlights its precious nature)
Lake Eyre → Love Ear Lake (a delightful homophone that also draws on the lake’s unique shape)
Polynesia → Glass Island (a homophone that beautifully captures the transparent, crystal-clear waters)
