Chinese
tǒngzhì
Meaning: to rule; to govern; to dominate
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

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Handwriting

統治
統
治
统治
统
治

Example sentences

This dynasty ruled this region for over three hundred years.
很久以前,有一位仁慈的國王統治著這個國家。
很久以前,有一位仁慈的国王统治著这个国家。
A long time ago, a kind king ruled this country.
歷代君王都希望能夠長久統治這片江山。
历代君王都希望能够长久统治这片江山。
Past emperors all hoped to rule this land forever.
歷史上有很多專制的統治者。
历史上有很多专制的统治者。
There have been many autocratic rulers in history.
他的野心很大,想要統治整個國家。
他的野心很大,想要统治整个国家。
His ambition is huge, he wants to rule the entire country.

Usage Notes

Refers to the exercise of political authority or control over a country, region, or people.

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