Meaning
君主 refers to a supreme ruler of a state, particularly one who inherits their position, such as a king, queen, emperor, or empress. It emphasizes the hereditary or absolute nature of political authority in traditional monarchies.
Usage
This term is formal and primarily appears in historical, political, or academic contexts when discussing systems of government or historical figures. Modern Chinese speakers use it when talking about monarchies past and present, constitutional monarchies, or in formal political science discussions.
Examples
- 01英国是君主立宪制国家。.The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy.
- 02在古代中国，君主拥有至高无上的权力。, .In ancient China, monarchs possessed supreme power.
Characters
Measure words
- 位一位君主
- 个一个君主
Common collocations
- 君主制monarchical system, monarchy
- 君主立宪制constitutional monarchy
- 专制君主absolute monarch, autocratic ruler
- 开明君主enlightened monarch
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters have ancient origins relating to authority. 君 originally depicted a hand holding a staff of authority, while 主 shows a lamp on a stand, symbolizing the master of a household. Together they emphasize supreme sovereign authority.