御
drive chariot; govern; resist; imperial
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to drive a horse-drawn carriage
archaicAn archaic and formal term for driving vehicles, most commonly used in classical Chinese contexts.
Ancient charioteers were skilled at driving horses.
The charioteer whipped the horses and drove forward.
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He learned the art of driving chariots from childhood.
The charioteer steadily controlled the horse-drawn carriage.
Ancient books record many stories about driving chariots.
verb
to govern; to control subordinates
formalUsed in formal, traditional political or hierarchical contexts, referring to a superior managing their subordinates.
As a superior, he is good at managing his subordinates and is well-loved.
This general is skilled at leading his troops, and the army has strict discipline.
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Ancient emperors learned the art of governing their people.
His method of managing subordinates is very strict.
This official won praise for governing his people with generosity.
adjective
imperial; related to the emperor
formalUsed to describe items, places, or actions related to the emperor in traditional Chinese society.
This jade piece was an imperial gift from that year.
The procession lined up in front of the emperor waiting for his arrival.
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He submitted a document to file a lawsuit directly with the emperor.
There are many relics of the imperial kitchen in the Forbidden City.
This painting is a work by an imperial painter of the Qing Dynasty.
verb
to resist; to defend against
formalAlso written as 禦, used to describe blocking or defending against attacks, cold, or harm.
The soldiers built high walls to defend against the enemy.
You should wear more clothes to keep warm in winter.
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This material can resist water and prevent moisture.
They used shields to block the incoming rain of arrows.
This skincare product can protect against UV damage.