saai2 syu1璽書玺书
Jyutpingsaai2 syu1
Yalesáai syū
Definition
An official royal document bearing the emperor's seal.
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How it's used
Refers exclusively to formal documents bearing the seal of an emperor or monarch in historical contexts. It is rarely encountered outside of period dramas, historical literature, or museum descriptions. Using it in daily conversation would sound extremely archaic or overly dramatic.
Measure word
fan2份fánExamples
This imperial document is truly precious.
Related words
Common phrases
to affix the imperial seal
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with modern official documents or letters, as the term carries a strong connotation of imperial authority and ancient bureaucracy.
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