皇后

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"皇后" specifically refers to the empress, the wife of an emperor, especially in historical or imperial contexts. It is a formal and respectful title.

Common Contexts

You will often see "皇后" in historical texts, dramas, and discussions about royal families. It implies a high-ranking woman with significant influence in the palace.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 皇后 (huánghòu bìxià): a respectful way to address the empress.
  • 皇后皇帝 (huánghòu hé huángdì): the empress and the emperor, often used to describe their relationship.
  • 著名皇后 (zhùmíng de huánghòu): famous empress, used when talking about well-known historical figures.

Usage Tips

When using "皇后," it is important to remember it is a title, not a general term for a queen or wife. It carries imperial connotations and is not used casually. Avoid confusing it with "," which can mean queen in other contexts but is less formal in imperial China.

Example Sentences

There have been many famous empresses in Chinese history, such as Wu Zetian.

The empress holds a very high status and power in the imperial court.

TV dramas often depict the complex relationship between the empress and the