gwok3 gaa1 kyun4 lik6國家權力国家权力
Jyutpinggwok3 gaa1 kyun4 lik6
Yalegwok gā kyùhn lihk
Definition
State power; national authority.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, academic, or political discourse rather than casual conversation. It carries a heavy, abstract weight and is rarely encountered in daily social interactions. When discussing government power in a more everyday context, people often use simpler terms like 政府權力.
Examples
They emphasize the importance of national authority.
Should national authority be subject to limitations?
Common phrases
exercise national authority
organs of state power
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this term in casual settings where it sounds overly stiff or academic. It is not a phrase used to describe the power of a specific leader or a local official.
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