皇太子 (huáng tài zǐ) — crown prince
Definition
The titled heir apparent of an emperor — the eldest son (or designated successor) next in line to the throne. A specific historical/royal title, not a general word for 'heir'.
noun
crown prince
Measure word · 位
Examples
- 皇太子。Lì shǐ shàng de huáng tài zǐ wǎng wǎng xū yào xué xí zhì guó zhī dào.In history, crown princes often had to learn the art of governing.
- 皇太子。Nà wèi huáng tài zǐ cóng xiǎo jiù bèi lì wéi jì chéng rén.That crown prince was appointed as the successor from a young age.
- 皇太子。huáng tài zǐ Zài dēng jī qián jiē shòu le yán gé de jūn shì xùn liàn.The crown prince underwent rigorous military training before ascending the throne.
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