捕头 (bǔ tóu) — traditional head constable (local law enforcement officer in imperial China)
Definition
In imperial China, 捕头 was the senior constable leading local law enforcement — a role common in historical novels and period dramas. Roughly equivalent to a 'head constable' or sheriff.
noun
traditional head constable (local law enforcement officer in imperial China)
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 捕头。Gǔ dài de bǔ tóu fù zé zhuā huài rén.In ancient times, the head constable was responsible for catching criminals.
- 捕头，。Zhè ge bǔ tóu wǔ gōng hěn gāo, yí gè rén zhuā le sān gè dào zéi.This head constable is highly skilled in martial arts; he caught three thieves alone.
- 捕头。Xiǎo shuō lǐ miáo xiě le yí wèi zhèng zhí yǒng gǎn de bǔ tóu.The novel depicts an upright and brave head constable.
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