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March 24, 2026
统治(統治)tǒngzhì(tong3zhi4)
统治 (tǒngzhì) means to rule or govern, typically in the context of a country or political regime. It implies authoritative control and management, often associated with leadership over a state or territory. The term is commonly used in political discussions, historical contexts, and analyses of governance structures.
Strokes17Frequency#3943DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The concept of 统治 is strongly tied to Chinese history, particularly with the dynastic rule where emperors exerted absolute power over their territories. Understanding this term can provide insights into historical governance structures and the significance of authority in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Think of 统治 as a 'ton' of power (统) that 'reaches' (治) over people. Picture a massive ruler sitting on a throne, overseeing their kingdom, with a crown representing their authority. The tonal pronunciation helps you remember: 'tǒng' (3rd tone) sounds like 'ton', and 'zhì' (4th tone) like 'reach'.
Meanings of 统治
tǒngzhì(tong3zhi4)
1to rule (a country)
2to govern
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About 统治
统治Simplified
統治Traditional
17Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3943Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 统治
Quick Contrast
统治 (tǒngzhì) vs 管理 (guǎnlǐ) — use 统治 for authoritative governance over a state, while 管理 is for managing or administering resources or organizations.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 统治 with 管理 (guǎnlǐ), which means to manage or administer, as 统治 implies a higher level of authority. This term is more formal and should be used in political discourse rather than casual conversation. Common collocations include 统治国家 (tǒngzhì guójiā - to rule a country) and 统治阶级 (tǒngzhì jiējí - ruling class).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 统治 connects well with other political terms like 政府 (zhèngfǔ - government) and 统合 (tǒnghé - integration). Students should focus on its usage in formal contexts and practice sentences that describe governance or authority in different scenarios.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 统治 in informal contexts or when referring to management rather than governance. For example, saying '我统治这个项目' (I rule this project) is incorrect; instead, use '我管理这个项目' (I manage this project).
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统治 (tǒngzhì) means to rule or govern, typically in the context of a country or political regime. It implies authoritative control and management, often associated with leadership over a state or territory. The term is commonly used in political discussions, historical contexts, and analyses of governance structures.
When to use 统治
Be careful not to confuse 统治 with 管理 (guǎnlǐ), which means to manage or administer, as 统治 implies a higher level of authority. This term is more formal and should be used in political discourse rather than casual conversation. Common collocations include 统治国家 (tǒngzhì guójiā - to rule a country) and 统治阶级 (tǒngzhì jiējí - ruling class).
统治 or something close to it
统治 (tǒngzhì) vs 管理 (guǎnlǐ) — use 统治 for authoritative governance over a state, while 管理 is for managing or administering resources or organizations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 统治 in informal contexts or when referring to management rather than governance. For example, saying '我统治这个项目' (I rule this project) is incorrect; instead, use '我管理这个项目' (I manage this project).
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Grammar Patterns of 统治
统治 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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最高____权仍然掌握在最高人民会议手中。
Sovereign power will continue to lie with the Supreme People's Assembly.
