duk6 coi4 zing3 kyun4獨裁政權独裁政权
Jyutpingduk6 coi4 zing3 kyun4
Yaleduhk chòih jing kyùhn
Definition
Dictatorship; an authoritarian regime.
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How it's used
This term is used primarily in political discourse and news commentary to describe regimes characterized by centralized, absolute power. It carries a strong negative connotation and is rarely used in casual, everyday small talk unless discussing current events or history. It functions as a formal noun phrase rather than a casual descriptor.
Examples
They do not want to live under a dictatorship.
When will this dictatorship finally collapse?
Related words
Common phrases
overthrow a dictatorship
rule by a dictatorship
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
