Definition
主子 refers to a feudal master or lord, often used in historical contexts to describe the relationship between a servant and their master. It can also mean emperor or sovereign. Unlike the modern word for 'boss' (老板), 主子 carries a strong hierarchical and sometimes servile connotation.
n.
master (of servants or subordinates)emperorsovereign
Examples
- 主子。Tā de zhǔ zi duì tā hěn yánlì.His master was very strict with him.
- ，主子。Zài gǔdài, púrén bìxū tīng zhǔ zi de huà.In ancient times, servants had to obey their master's words.
- 主子。Huángdì shì tiānxià zuì dà de zhǔ zi.The emperor is the greatest master under heaven.
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