麾下 (huī xià) — commander, general (respectful term); troops under one's command
Definition
Formal/literary term for a commanding officer and the troops under their command, used in historical and military contexts. Functions as a respectful way to address or refer to a high-ranking commander.
noun
commandergeneral (respectful term)troops under one's command
Examples
- 麾下。Zhè wèi huī xià zài lì shǐ shàng zhàn gōng hè hè.This commander has brilliant military achievements in history.
- 麾下，。Tā shuài lǐng huī xià chū zhēng, dà huò quán shèng.He led his troops to battle and won a great victory.
- 麾下，！huī xià, Qǐng xià lìng jìn gōng!Your Excellency, please give the order to attack!
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