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Definition
Tsar; the title of the emperors of Russia from 1547 until the Russian Revolution.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the monarchs of the Russian Empire, carrying a strong historical and political weight. It is almost exclusively used in academic, historical, or formal contexts rather than daily casual conversation. When discussing Russian history, it is the standard term used to distinguish these rulers from generic emperors.
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The Tsarist system was very brutal at that time.
Do you know who the last Tsar was?
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
