si3 gwan1弒君弑君
Jyutpingsi3 gwan1
Yalesi gwān
Definition
To commit regicide; to murder a monarch to whom one owes allegiance.
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How it's used
This term is strictly literary and belongs to the register of historical narratives or period dramas. It is never used in modern daily life to describe actual political events or common crimes. It carries a heavy sense of moral condemnation, as it implies a betrayal of the feudal loyalty owed to a sovereign.
Examples
History books often talk about stories of regicide.
He actually dared to commit regicide; that is truly treasonous.
Related words
Common phrases
to kill the monarch and usurp the throne
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe the murder of a modern political leader or president, as it is reserved specifically for the context of a monarchy or feudal lord.
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