令
order; command; official title; beautiful; honorific; tune name
Meanings
9 senses · 45 examplesverb
to order; to command; to instruct
formalUsed for issuing official or formal instructions to a group or subordinate.
The principal ordered all teachers and students to strictly implement the new school rules.
The superior department ordered all units to complete the year-end assessment tasks.
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The coach ordered the players to finish the warm-up exercises within ten minutes.
The municipal government ordered the closure of a number of heavily polluted factories.
The director ordered the crew to speed up the filming progress.
noun
order; command; decree
formalRefers to formal instructions, rules or official decrees.
This new law will be officially implemented next January.
The military must strictly abide by the instructions and orders from superiors.
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The teacher issued an oral order to finish homework over the weekend.
The company issued a new order regarding the attendance system.
He violated the superior's order and received severe punishment.
verb
to make; to cause; to lead to
neutralUsed to express that something causes a certain feeling or situation.
This wonderful performance was so exciting that people couldn't stop feeling thrilled.
His noble character makes people feel deep respect.
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This news made people feel very surprised.
The bad weather delayed the flight by three hours.
His humorous remarks made all the audience burst into laughter.
noun
drinking game; finger-guessing game
informalTraditional party game played while drinking alcohol, usually involving reciting poems or guessing numbers.
At the birthday party, everyone drank alcohol and played finger-guessing games, creating a very lively atmosphere.
At traditional banquets, playing drinking games is a common way to liven up the party.
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A few old friends got together, drank, played drinking games, and talked about the fun things from back in the day.
The rules of the drinking game need to be explained to everyone in advance.
He is good at finger-guessing games and can liven up the atmosphere at every party.
noun
official title (ancient)
archaicUsed only in historical or formal contexts referring to ancient official positions.
During the Qin Dynasty, counties were the most basic administrative units, and the top official was the county magistrate.
The Grand Astrologer was an ancient official position responsible for managing astronomy and calendar.
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In ancient times, both prefectural magistrates and county magistrates were local administrative chiefs.
The Grand Chancellor of the Tang Dynasty was a central official position with great power.
The Grand Household Officer of ancient times was responsible for imperial court meals and ritual affairs.
noun
season; time; weather
formalRefers to seasonal time points, festivals or natural climate conditions at a specific time.
Beginning of Spring is the first seasonal term among the 24 solar terms.
During winter season, the temperature in northern China will drop to minus ten degrees Celsius.
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Right now is the busy harvest season for autumn crops.
When the seasonal terms change, you should pay attention to adjusting your clothing to prevent colds.
The summer weather is hot and humid, which easily makes people feel sleepy.
adjective
beautiful; excellent; noble
literaryUsed only in literary or formal written Chinese, rarely used in modern spoken language.
This elderly professor has noble moral character that is admired by everyone.
He enjoys a great reputation that spreads far and wide in the literary circle.
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This widely renowned career has won widespread recognition from society.
Ancient people often used 'lingming' to describe a person with noble character.
This article shows the author's brilliant literary talent and solid foundation.
honorific
your (used for other's relatives)
honorificUsed in formal or polite conversations to show respect when referring to the listener's family members.
May I ask how your father has been recently?
I've long heard of your elder brother's reputation, it's an honor to meet him today.
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Your nephew won first prize in this math competition, that's really impressive.
Thank your relative for the help they provided to us.
Your mother's cooking is truly excellent, this feast is so delicious.
noun
ling (a type of poetic tune)
literaryRefers to short poetic forms, including ci poetry tunes and folk music melodies.
Ru Meng Ling is one of the very famous ci poetry tune names written by Li Qingzhao.
The xiaoling in Yuan Dynasty operas are usually short in length and concise in language.
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This Dao Dao Ling is deeply loved by people for its lively and witty language style.
Shi Liu Zi Ling is a very unique ci tune with only sixteen characters.
He created a xiaoling with the tune of Shan Po Yang.