Meaning
归顺 means to formally submit to or pledge allegiance to a ruler, government, or authority, often in a political or military context. It implies giving up resistance and accepting another's rule or leadership. The word carries historical connotations of territories, tribes, or military forces formally surrendering to a more powerful entity.
Usage
This is a formal, somewhat literary term most commonly found in historical texts, period dramas, and news reports about historical events. It's rarely used in everyday conversation. When used, it typically describes political or military submission rather than personal obedience.
Examples
- 01这个部落最终归顺了新政权。.This tribe eventually pledged allegiance to the new regime.
- 02将军率领部下归顺了朝廷。.The general led his subordinates to submit to the imperial court.
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Common collocations
- 归顺朝廷to submit to the imperial court
- 归顺中央to submit to the central government
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 归 (to return) and 顺 (to follow/obey), literally meaning 'to return and submit,' reflecting the idea of coming back under someone's authority or returning to proper allegiance.