Definition
霸王 originally refers to Xiang Yu (232–202 BCE), the Conqueror and Overlord of Western Chu during the Chu–Han Contention. Over time, the term broadened into a general noun for any person who is domineering, all-powerful, or tyrannical in a particular domain — often carrying a negative connotation (a 'despot' or 'bully'). You'll see it used in both historical contexts (项羽 as 西楚霸王) and modern figurative phrases, like 霸王条款 ('overlord clause' in contracts).
n.
Xiang Yu the Conqueror (232–202 BCE)historical overlord of Western Chuoverlorddespotdomineering figure (in a field or context)
Examples
- 霸王。bà wáng Xiàng Yǔ shì Qín mò zhùmíng de jūnshìjiā.The Hegemon-King Xiang Yu was a famous military strategist at the end of the Qin dynasty.
- 霸王，。Tā zài gōngsī lǐ xiàng gè bà wáng, cóng bù tīngqǔ biérén de yìjiàn.He acts like a despot in the company, never listening to others' opinions.
- 霸王。Zhè zhǒng bà wáng xíngwéi ràng hěn duō rén gǎndào bùmǎn.This kind of domineering behavior makes many people unhappy.
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