jyun4 sau2元首
Jyutpingjyun4 sau2
Yaleyùhn sáu
Definition
Head of state, or specifically the title Führer used by Adolf Hitler in Nazi Germany.
- head of state; chief of state
- historicalthe title Führer used by Adolf Hitler in Nazi Germany
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers primarily to the formal or ceremonial leader of a sovereign state, such as a president or monarch. While it can technically apply to any head of state, it carries a sense of high formality and is rarely used in casual conversation to describe local political figures. In historical contexts, it is specifically associated with the title held by Adolf Hitler.
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wai6位waihExamples
That head of state will attend the ceremony today.
Do you know which country's head of state is the youngest?
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Common phrases
head of state
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 領袖, which is a broader term for any type of leader, including those of organizations, movements, or political parties. 元首 is strictly reserved for the highest official representative of a nation.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
