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Chinese

shèjì
Meaning: the state and its people; the nation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

古代君主把守護社稷視為首要責任。
古代君主把守护社稷视为首要责任。
In ancient times, rulers regarded protecting the state as their foremost responsibility.

Usage Notes

A classical and formal term, common in historical writing, for the state viewed together with its people. It is not normally used in everyday conversation.

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