Definition
主公 is an archaic Chinese honorific used to address a ruler, lord, or master. It appears frequently in historical fiction such as the Romance of the Three Kingdoms and in strategy games. You would use it when speaking to a superior in a feudal or military hierarchy, equivalent to 'Your Majesty' or 'My Lord' in English.
n.
(historical) Your MajestyMy Lord (honorific for a ruler or lord)
Examples
- 主公。Chén cān jiàn zhǔ gōng.Your servant pays respects to you, my lord.
- 主公，。zhǔ gōng yǒu lìng, mò jiàng bù gǎn bù cóng.If you give an order, my lord, I dare not disobey.
- 主公，。zhǔ gōng zài shàng, qǐng shòu xiǎo jiàng yí bài.My lord, please accept a bow from this young officer.
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