Chinese

guǎn
Meaning: to manage; to be in charge of; pipe; tube
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb, Particle

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Example sentences

這件事不歸我管。
这件事不归我管。
This matter is not under my management.
這件事歸他管。
This matter is managed by him.
這個港口由市政府管轄。
This port is administered by the city government.
這種熒光燈管非常省電。
This type of fluorescent tube is very power-saving.

Usage Notes

Can refer to physical tubes or the act of managing/governing. Also used in 'guan... jiao...' (to call someone as...).

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