主宰

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"主宰" means to dominate, control, or govern something. It often implies having ultimate authority or power over a situation, person, or abstract concept like fate or nature.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used in formal or literary contexts to describe someone or something that holds decisive control, such as a leader in a project or the forces of nature.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 主宰生活 (to dominate one's life): emphasizes personal control or external control over life.
  • 主宰命运 (to control fate): often used metaphorically about destiny.
  • 主宰决策 (to control decisions): used in organizational or leadership contexts.

Nuances

Using 主宰 suggests a strong, often absolute control, different from simply "管理" (manage) or "控制" (control) which can be more limited or practical. It carries a tone of authority and sometimes inevitability.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 主宰 with 主持, which means to preside over or host an event. 主宰 implies deeper control or dominance rather than just facilitation.

Example Sentences

Fate is in your own hands; no one can dominate your life.

In this project, he is the one who controls all decisions.

The laws of nature govern the survival and development of living beings.